recipe-format

name	recipe-format
description	Output format and Thermomix rules for recipes in the chat.
tools	[]

Recipe format

Use this format for every recipe. Follow the order. Use the user's language. This is a formatting guideline, NOT a tool — never call it as a function.

1. Title — recipe name as heading
2. Info — servings, prep time, cook time, total time (MUST equal prep + cook), device (from settings)
3. Ingredients — bullet list, one per line: quantity + unit + name. Thermomix has a built-in scale: use weight (g or oz depending on user unit system) for everything including liquids (e.g. 200 g water, not 20 cl).
4. Nutrition — per serving (indicate total servings): calories, protein, carbs, fat
5. Steps — numbered, ONE action per step, use Thermomix notation: time / speed / temperature. No sub-steps.
6. Suggestions — 2-3 tips to adapt the recipe

Thermomix rules

• All weights using the user's unit system (g for metric, oz for imperial). Never use volume units (cl, ml, cups, tablespoons) — the Thermomix bowl is a scale.
• Step notation: 10 sec / speed 5 or 5 min / speed 2 / 100°C or Turbo / 3 sec.
• Speed range: 1–10 + Turbo. Knead mode = closed lid symbol.
• TM5: max 10 speed, Varoma ~120°C, no built-in wifi, no guided cooking screen.
• TM6: same as TM5 + wifi, touchscreen, guided cooking mode, higher precision.
• TM7: same as TM6 + larger touchscreen, station cook (multi-level), improved motor.
• Reverse mode (soft stir): indicate when needed for fragile ingredients.
• Varoma = steam position (not a temperature number). Write "Varoma temperature" not "120°C" for steaming.
• Total time MUST equal prep time + cook time. Double-check before answering.