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Getting Started with Gene-RecipesIntelligence — Recipe Discovery & Meal Planning

Gene-RecipesIntelligence is a recipe discovery and meal planning gene that helps you find recipes, plan meals, and get cooking guidance. No API keys are required. You can start using it immediately after deployment.

This guide covers:

  • Deploying the gene
  • Discovering your first recipes
  • Searching for recipes by name or ingredient
  • Getting recipe details
  • Planning meals with AI prompts
  • Learning cooking techniques

Step 1: Deploy the Gene

Gene-RecipesIntelligence is ready to use immediately after deployment.

Option 1: Deploy using the Gene Builder Tool Use the deploy operation.

Option 2: Manual Deployment Copy the Gene-RecipesIntelligence.feluda.ai file to your Feluda Genes folder.

Done. No API keys, no configuration, no sign-up required.

Step 2: Discover Your First Recipe

Get a random recipe for inspiration:

tool:randomRecipe

This returns a random recipe with:

  • Recipe name
  • Ingredients with measurements
  • Step-by-step cooking instructions
  • Recipe image
  • Cuisine and category information

What to look for:

  • Read the ingredients list. Do you have what you need?
  • Check the instructions. Is it within your skill level?
  • Note the cooking time. Do you have enough time?

Step 3: Search for Recipes

Search by Name

tool:recipeSearch with query=pasta

Replace pasta with any recipe name or cuisine.

Examples:

  • query=chicken
  • query=rice
  • query=vegetarian
  • query=Italian

Search by Ingredient

tool:recipeByIngredient with ingredient=chicken

Replace chicken with any ingredient you have.

Examples:

  • ingredient=chicken
  • ingredient=tomato
  • ingredient=rice
  • ingredient=beans

Browse Categories

tool:recipeCategories

This shows all available cuisine categories.

Categories include:

  • Italian, Chinese, Indian, French
  • Japanese, Spanish, Thai
  • Moroccan, Jamaican, Mexican
  • And many more

Step 4: Get Recipe Details

When you find a recipe you like, get the full details:

tool:recipeDetails with id=52772

Replace 52772 with the recipe ID from your search results.

What you get:

  • Full ingredients list with measurements
  • Step-by-step cooking instructions
  • Recipe image
  • YouTube video link when available
  • Category and cuisine information
  • Tags and dietary information

Finding Recipe IDs:

  • The recipeSearch tool returns recipe IDs
  • The recipeByIngredient tool returns recipe IDs
  • Use these IDs in recipeDetails

Step 5: Plan Meals with AI Prompts

Chef Assistant

Get guided help for finding and cooking recipes.

prompt:chefAssistant with query=pasta, depth=standard

Parameters:

  • query (required) — Recipe or cuisine to search
  • depth (optional) — quick, standard, or full

What it provides:

  • Search workflow guidance
  • Recipe selection tips
  • Preparation and cooking advice

Meal Planner

Plan meals for the week.

prompt:mealPlanner with meals=5, dietary=vegetarian

Parameters:

  • meals (optional) — Number of meals (3-7)
  • dietary (optional) — none, vegetarian, vegan, gluten_free, low_carb

What it provides:

  • Weekly meal schedule
  • Recipe selection guidance
  • Shopping list planning
  • Nutritional balance tips

Cooking Guide

Learn cooking techniques and tips.

prompt:cookingGuide with technique=roasting

Parameters:

  • technique (optional) — general, roasting, grilling, baking, frying, sautéing, boiling, steaming

What it provides:

  • Technique explanation
  • Tips for success
  • Common foods for the technique
  • Recipe recommendations

Common Workflows

Workflow 1: I Don't Know What to Cook

  1. Run randomRecipe for inspiration
  2. Review the recipe
  3. Check if you have ingredients
  4. Run recipeDetails with the recipe ID
  5. Cook and enjoy

Workflow 2: I Have Ingredients to Use

  1. List your ingredients
  2. Run recipeByIngredient with each ingredient
  3. Find recipes that use them
  4. Run recipeDetails for the best one
  5. Cook and reduce food waste

Workflow 3: I Want to Plan My Week

  1. Run mealPlanner with your goals
  2. Search for recipes with recipeSearch
  3. Get details with recipeDetails
  4. Create your meal schedule
  5. Make a shopping list

Next Steps

  1. Deploy Gene-RecipesIntelligence
  2. Run randomRecipe to get inspired
  3. Search for recipes you love
  4. Explore the AI prompts
  5. Plan your meals for the week
  6. Learn new cooking techniques

You are now ready to start cooking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any API keys to use Gene-RecipesIntelligence?
No. Gene-RecipesIntelligence uses TheMealDB API which requires no API key. You can start using the gene immediately after deployment.
How long does it take to set up Gene-RecipesIntelligence?
Setup takes less than 5 minutes. Just deploy the gene and you are ready to start discovering recipes and planning meals.
What can I do with Gene-RecipesIntelligence?
You can discover random recipes, search for recipes by name or ingredient, get detailed recipe information, plan weekly meals, and learn cooking techniques.
Do I need to be a developer to use this gene?
No. The AI prompts provide guided workflows that are easy to follow. Just run the prompt and follow the instructions.
What kind of recipes can I find?
You can find recipes from cuisines around the world including Italian, Chinese, Indian, French, Japanese, Spanish, Thai, Moroccan, Jamaican, and more.