Is there a specific thermometer to check soup temperature?

I'm currently struggling with overcooking small fish so trying to use a thermometer to check water temperature.

However it says 'meat thermometer' not sure if it can be used to check soup water. I tried it today(dipped it in soup water) and it seemed to reflect correctly.

1.Is this thermometer ok or is there one I specifically need to get for soup water?

2. If it makes contact with bottom of pot might it be that it reflects a higher temperature due to pot surface conducting more heat and so are you meant to dip in water but not make contact with bottom of pot?

3. Even if linked thermometer is ok, is there something which is more appropriate/easy to use when checking soup temperature e.g. something perhaps i could just hang on the pot without having to handle at intervals like the linked one?

Sorry if this is a stupid question.

soup thermometer

Best Answer

This is fine, albeit inconvenient
Don't make contact with the bottom of the pot, for the reasons described. Stirring can help make the temperature more uniform.
You could try a candy thermometer. But most soups aren't sensitive enough that you need to be super careful -- just poking it with a Thermapen or something similar every few minutes is probably more than enough. You can also get an oven-safe dial type thermometer and thread it through a binder clip or similar clamped to the pot, or an oven probe type thermometer (the kind with the probe on a cord).

For an overview of different thermometer types, see this USDA link.

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Choosing a Food Thermometer Dial oven-safe thermometers can remain in place as the food cooks. Insert two to two and a half inches deep into the thickest part of the food. Temperature readings are ready in one to two minutes. Use this type of thermometer for roasts, casseroles and soups.

Can food thermometers be used for liquids?

(Put the thermometer into any liquid, like milk; 32\xb0 to 40\xb0 F is a safe range.)

Which probe is best for checking the temperature of a large stockpot of soup?

The bimetal stem thermometer can accurately measure the temperature of relatively thick or deep foods such as beef roasts and foods in a stockpot.

Can you use a meat thermometer to measure liquid temperature?

You can use it to ensure that leftovers are heated up enough or even to check water temperature. To use a meat thermometer to check water temperature, just insert the probe of the thermometer into a pot of water and wait a few seconds for the final temperature reading.

What type of thermometer is used for food?

Types of Food Thermometers The dial oven-safe thermometer is commonly used for roasting turkey and other large meats. The digital instant-read thermometer is easy to use for those foods that you will remove from the oven, microwave or grill to quickly check the internal temperature.

Food Safety: Checking Temperature with the Right Thermometer

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