SCUM: The Ultimate Guide List of the Best Foods to Cook

Discover the top foods to cook in SCUM with this ultimate ranked list! From hearty Meat Stew to morale-boosting Burgers, we break down the best recipes for survival—focusing on nutrition, ease of crafting, and ingredient availability. Perfect for solo scavengers or squads, this guide helps you master cooking to stay fueled and healthy in the wasteland. Fire up your stove and eat like a pro!

Meat Stew (Stews Category)

Why It’s the Best: Meat Stew tops the list with ~25-35g protein and 200-300 kcal, plus optional vitamins from Potatoes or Mushrooms. Its ingredients (1x Meat, 500 ml Water, Cooking Pot) are easy to source—hunt for meat, grab water anywhere. It’s a balanced, filling meal that can be salted for long-term storage, making it perfect for solo or group survival.

Fish Paprikash (Stews Category)

Why It’s the Best: Offering ~20-30g protein, 200-250 kcal, and omega-3s for brain health, Fish Paprikash is a coastal survivor’s dream. Ingredients (1x Fish, 500 ml Water, 1x Paprika, Cooking Pot) are manageable if you’re near water, though Paprika is rare. It’s a balanced meal with vitamins, ideal for long-term health.

Meat Skewer (BBQ/Grill Category)

Why It’s the Best: Meat Skewer delivers ~15-25g protein and 150-200 kcal with minimal effort—craft with 1x Long Wooden Stick and 3x Meat (any type). No Cooking Pot needed, just a fire, making it a go-to for early-game players. It’s quick to cook and perfect for on-the-go energy.

Grilled Vegetables (BBQ/Grill Category)

Why It’s the Best: Grilled Veggies provide ~5-10g carbs, 50-100 kcal, and high vitamins (C, B) to prevent scurvy. Craft with 2x Vegetables (Potatoes, Mushrooms—foraged) and a Long Wooden Stick. It’s a free, sustainable side dish to balance meat-heavy diets, requiring only a fire to cook.

Burger/CheeseBurger (BBQ/Grill Category)

Why It’s the Best: Burgers offer ~20-30g protein, 250-300 kcal, and some carbs from Bread, plus a morale boost. Ingredients (1x Bread, 1x Meat, optional veggies like Tomato) are harder to source—Bread requires Flour and Yeast, which are rare. It’s a mid-to-late-game treat for balanced nutrition and morale.

Poultry Casserole (Casseroles Category)

Why It’s the Best: Poultry Casserole provides ~20-30g protein, 200-250 kcal, and a mix of carbs/vitamins with ingredients like 1x Poultry Meat, 1x Cheese, and 1x Potato (Cooking Pot needed). Poultry is common (hunt birds), but Cheese is rare. It’s a hearty, balanced meal for settled bases.

Pizza Neapolitan (Pizza Category)

Why It’s the Best: Pizza Neapolitan gives ~15-25g protein, 300-350 kcal, and high carbs for energy, plus a morale boost. Ingredients (1x Flour, 1x Yeast, 1x Tomato, 1x Cheese) are very rare, making it a late-game luxury. It’s a high-calorie morale-lifter for special occasions.