Cody Casey
In Red Dead Redemption 2, cooking is an essential activity that restores health and stamina, and also plays a vital role in the game's complex survival mechanics. To cook in the game, players need to access a campfire or grill and possess the required ingredients. While basic recipes like plain meat only require campfire and meat, more complex recipes may require a grill and additional ingredients like herbs and spices. Players can gather ingredients by hunting animals, fishing, or collecting herbs and plants. Additionally, there are unique recipes associated with different characters and settings in the game, and certain meals grant bonuses such as increased health or stamina. Cooking also enhances the gaming experience by allowing players to prepare and share meals with their gang, building camaraderie and morale.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Used for | Creating/cooking food items, dyes, soap, skins, and kibble |
| Fuel sources | Thatch, Wood, Sparkpowder, AnglerGel |
| Activation | Press 'Use' key (default E or hold E) |
| Radial menu options | Open inventory, light, or destroy |
| Water containers | Waterskin, Water Jar, or Canteen |
| Water container capacity | At least 25% full |
| Water Jars and Canteens | Single-use |
| Upgraded version | Industrial Cooker |
| Damage | Can be damaged by anything except non-explosive ranged attacks |
| Custom recipes | Can be created using the RP cooking system |
| Custom recipe requirements | Blank note, ingredients, name, and description |
| Custom recipe results | Vague until created and made at least once |
| Recipe potency | Max level, Mindwipe Tonic, Crafting Speed, Focal Chili |
| Cooking speed | One item every 10 seconds or six items per minute |
| Fire source | Campfire, Stove, Magma Block, Lava, or Fire |
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What You'll Learn
Using the right fuel
When it comes to using the right fuel for your cooking pot in ARK, there are a few options to consider. The cooking pot can be fuelled by various flammables, and the right choice for you will depend on what you're cooking and what resources are available to you. Here are some common fuel sources and their effects:
Thatch: Thatch is a recommended fuel source when using the cooking pot, as it does not produce any charcoal when burned. This is important because when creating edibles, any charcoal in the pot can mix with your ingredients and accidentally create dyes instead of your intended recipe. Thatch is a readily available resource, making it a convenient and useful fuel option.
AnglerGel: Similar to thatch, AnglerGel is a fuel source that does not produce charcoal when burned. This makes it a suitable option for cooking edibles without the risk of creating dyes. AnglerGel may be a less readily available resource compared to thatch, but it is still a viable option for fuel.
Wood: Wood can be used as a basic fuel source to light the fire in your cooking pot. However, it's important to note that burning wood creates charcoal, which can be an issue if you're not careful. Charcoal is used in some dye recipes, so if you're not looking to create dyes, be sure to remove any charcoal from the pot before adding your edible ingredients.
Sparkpowder: Sparkpowder is another flammable option for fuelling your cooking pot, but it should be used with caution. Like charcoal, sparkpowder is used in some dye recipes, so it can cause issues when creating edibles. Be mindful of this to avoid unintended results.
When choosing the right fuel for your cooking pot in ARK, the key consideration is whether you are creating edibles or dyes. If you're making edibles, opt for thatch or AnglerGel to avoid the creation of dyes. If you're crafting dyes, any of the fuel sources mentioned will work, but be mindful of the effects of charcoal and sparkpowder on your recipes.
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Avoiding charcoal
When cooking in a cooking pot in ARK: Survival Evolved, using thatch or AnglerGel as fuel can help you avoid creating dyes. You can also create your own recipes without charcoal, as it will produce dyes instead. Alternatively, you can use a different type of fuel that does not produce charcoal when burned, such as Thatch.
To avoid charcoal residue on your cooking pot, you can try using wood that is not a conifer species, such as oak, aspen, cottonwood, or willow. Burning wood will boil various organic molecules, which can leave residue on your pot. You can also try to wash your pot a bit after each use to prevent the soot from building up.
To clean soot off your cooking pot, you can try using denatured alcohol, which can be sprayed on and left to sit before scrubbing. Another method is to use a combination of baking soda and water, letting it sit for some time, and then scrubbing it off with a scrub pad. You can also try using liquid dish soap or bar soap, but be careful not to get it inside the pot.
Additionally, you can try to prevent soot buildup by placing your cooking pot in a tinfoil pie plate when cooking over a fire. This will still allow heat to pass through while keeping your pot cleaner. You can also try coating the bottom of the pot with dry bar soap before cooking, as this will make cleaning easier.
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Lighting the fire
To light a fire and cook in a cooking pot in ARK: Survival Evolved, you must first ensure that the cooking pot is not touching or too close to water, as this will prevent the fire button from appearing. Once you have confirmed this, place the necessary ingredients into the cooking pot, including fuel and a water source, such as a Waterskin, Water Jar, or Canteen that is at least 25% full.
Now, you can proceed to light the fire. If you are using a torch, walk up to the cooking pot and swing it like a sword in front of the inventory slots. Alternatively, hold the attack button while facing the cooking pot to light it. However, note that this method will not work in the rain, as it may extinguish your torch.
If you do not have a torch, you can create a fire by using flint and a piece of wood. Hold both items in your hand and drop them next to the cooking pot. Then, strike the flint with a bladed weapon, creating sparks to ignite the fire.
Another option is to use flammable materials as fuel. Various items can be used as fuel, such as Thatch or AnglerGel, which can be added to the cooking pot to create a fire without producing charcoal or dyes. By using different types of fuel, you can customize your cooking experience and avoid unwanted by-products.
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Creating custom recipes
To create custom recipes in a cooking pot in ARK: Survival Evolved, you will need a Cooking Pot or Industrial Cooker, your chosen ingredients, and a blank Note.
Firstly, place your chosen ingredients and the blank note into the Cooking Pot. Look at the Cooking Pot and press and hold 'E' until a wheel appears. From the wheel, select the option to create a new recipe. You will then be able to name your recipe, describe it, and finalise the ingredients. You can also customise the colour of the icon.
Once you have created your recipe, place the recipe card and ingredients into the Cooking Pot and light it up to test it out. The speed at which the dish is created is directly related to your Crafting Skill. The higher your Crafting Skill, the better the result. You can use Focal Chili to get a 100% boost to your Crafting Skill, and a Mind Wipe Tonic to reset your stats and put all your points into Crafting Skill.
It is important to note that custom recipes may not be as nutritious as the items used to create them, and they can quickly spoil. However, custom drinks are lighter and stack, which is advantageous.
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Making Rockwell Recipes
The Cooking Pot in ARK: Survival Evolved is primarily used to make Rockwell Recipes, which are like Magic Potions or Power-Ups in the game. To create a Rockwell Recipe, you need to know the ingredients for the specific recipe. You can find a complete list of these recipes online.
It is important to note that you don't need to find the recipe card in the game, but simply need to know what to put in the cooking pot. Many of the recipes are sensitive, so it is recommended to use Thatch as fuel to avoid creating dyes. Thatch does not produce any charcoal when burned, unlike wood. Charcoal can mix up your recipe as it is used in some of the dye recipes.
To start cooking, place a fuel source such as Thatch, Wood, Sparkpowder, or AnglerGel into the cooking pot's inventory. You can then activate the cooking pot by pressing the 'Use' key (default E or hold E). Holding the ''Use' key will open the radial menu, where you can choose to open the inventory, light it, or destroy it.
After putting the necessary ingredients into the cooking pot, including fuel and a water source, light the fire using the button below its inventory slots. The ingredients will be consumed every few seconds or minutes, producing one item.
To create a custom recipe, you need a blank note. Put the blank note in the cooking pot, close it, and then hold down E to bring up the wheel. You will then have the option to create a new recipe. Add your ingredients, name the recipe, and fill out its description. However, you won't know the exact effects of the recipe until you've created and made it at least once.
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Frequently asked questions
Cooking in Red Dead Redemption 2 involves creating meals using various recipes and cooking methods. To cook in a pot, you will need to gather water from a river or lake. You can then boil the water to create stews and canned foods. You can also add meat and vegetables to create more nourishing meals.
You can find cook pots at your own campfires or at camps set up by other NPCs in the field. You can also find cook pots at the trapper camps near Riggs Station, Big Valley, and Tall Trees, as well as the back of the saloon in Van Horn.
To cook meat in a cook pot, you will need to gather raw meat from hunting animals such as deer, rabbits, bears, or moose. You can then add the meat to the pot and boil it to create stew. You can also cook meat over a campfire or grill.
