What Is a Final Recipe?
A Final Recipe (or Dish) represents a finished product — ready to serve — with a detailed recipe that includes all ingredients, quantities, and preparation steps.
In tSpoonLab, dynamic costings automatically update prices based on supplier purchases and can include intermediate preparations (pre-made components).
This allows you to calculate pricing accurately, optimize production, and manage resources efficiently across multiple outlets or production centers.
How to Create a Final Recipe
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This video walks you through how to create a final recipe in tSpoonLab — from defining ingredients to managing the complete production sheet.
Final vs. Intermediate Recipes
Final Recipe (Dish):
The finished product that is ready to serve to guests. It includes all components and processes needed for final preparation.Intermediate Recipe:
A pre-prepared component used inside a final recipe.
It’s not served directly to guests — for example, a sauce, stock, or dressing.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Access the Final Recipe tab
Go to the Offer tab in the top-left navigation bar.
A secondary bar will appear underneath — click Final Recipes (the fourth option from the left).
This opens the section where you can manage and review all dishes that form part of your gastronomic offer.
2. Create a New Final Recipe
Click the three dots icon next to the search bar and select New Final Recipe.
A new sheet will appear where you can fill in all relevant recipe information.
3. Complete the Recipe Form
Not all fields are mandatory, but it’s recommended to fill out all relevant details for better traceability and control.
Field | Description |
Dish Name | e.g., Tuna Poke Bowl |
Alternative Name | Optional secondary name |
Quantity | Define the yield (usually 1 portion). You can specify conversions, e.g., “1 portion = 150 g” |
Family | Select the appropriate product family (you can also create a new one) |
Tax (VAT) | Add applicable VAT if relevant |
Storage Method | e.g., Fridge, Freezer, Ambient, or Hot |
Shelf Life / Expiry Date | Optional |
Prepare X Days Before | Useful for production scheduling |
Partial Batch Quantity | Define partial production size if needed |
Warehouse | Select which warehouse or storage location it belongs to |
Min/Max Stock | Maintain accurate stock control |
Production Line | Define production area or department if applicable |
Exclude from Label | Check if you don’t want it to appear on labels |
Barcode / Product Code | Optional for traceability and ERP integration |
Once complete, click Accept to save the base information.
4. Add Recipe Composition (Ingredients)
Click Edit details again in the three-dot menu and select Products.
Here you’ll add ingredients and their quantities, which can be grouped into four categories:
Products: Raw materials and ingredients
Tools: Non-edible kitchen elements (e.g., skewers)
Intermediate: Pre-prepared components (e.g., sauces, bases)
Other Costs: Additional costs such as delivery or labor
Example composition:
Ingredient | Quantity |
Cooked rice | 130 g |
Fresh tuna | 50 g |
Cucumber | 20 g |
Avocado | 30 g |
If an ingredient doesn’t exist, you can create it and assign it to the correct family.
📌 Note:
If your dish requires cuts or butchering yield, refer to the Cuts & Breakdown article for proper configuration.
5. Add Image and Description
Image: Upload a photo of the dish from the Photo section (three-dot menu).
Description / Steps: Add preparation notes or a step-by-step guide if your recipe involves multiple stages or timing instructions.
✅ Once you complete these steps, your Final Recipe is ready for use in daily production, costing, and reporting.
You can edit or update the recipe anytime as processes or prices evolve.