Enshrouded’s latest update, Wake of the Water, introduced a novel mechanic: water. With numerous underwater areas to explore and treasures waiting to be found, diving into these depths requires one essential element: Rice. Intrigued? Let’s dive deeper into why Rice is crucial.
Rice has emerged as a key crafting ingredient in Enshrouded, alongside Shiitake Mushrooms and Paper Reeds. However, Raw Rice can only be discovered in the Veilwater Basin, the newest biome. It took me a while to find this elusive grain, but if you know where to look, the rewards are plentiful.
Where to Find Rice in Enshrouded
Currently, the only known location for Rice in Enshrouded is in a small farming village east of Lake Heartblood, called Orville. Head to the west side of this village, as marked on the map above. The lower farming beds here abound with Raw Rice and Rice Seedlings, ready for you to harvest and take back to your base for cultivation.
How to Make Cooked Rice in Enshrouded
If you’ve peeked at the new recipes available in towns after the Wake of the Water update, you’re likely eyeing Sushi. This delectable dish is more than a trend; it’s essential for extending the time you can explore underwater and requires Cooked Rice.
As soon as you collect Rice for the first time, you’ll unlock the Cooked Rice recipe at a Cooking Station. This quick recipe takes five minutes and requires:
- 4 Raw Rice
- 1 Salt
Consuming Cooked Rice boosts your melee damage by 21 percent for 50 minutes. However, as in real life, combining ingredients yields better benefits. Take your Cooked Rice to the farmer, Emily Fray, for more effective recipes.
Recipe Ideas Using Cooked Rice
Here are some standout recipes you can create using Cooked Rice, all facilitated by the farmer:
| Recipe | Required Ingredients | Effect |
|---|---|---|
 Plantain Curry |
5 Cooked Rice, 5 Plantain, 5 Coconut Milk, 2 Spice | +21 Health Regeneration, +9 Stamina Regeneration (55 minutes) |
 Fried Rice |
5 Cooked Rice, 5 Eggs, 3 Bell Pepper, 3 Corncob, 2 Raw Taro | +10 Stamina, +21% melee damage (55 minutes) |
 Taro Root Curry |
5 Raw Taro, 5 Cooked Rice, 3 Bell Pepper, 2 Coconut Milk, 2 Spice | +60 Mana, +21% Ranged Damage, +21% Dagger Damage |
 Sushi |
5 Algae, 5 Cooked Rice, 5 Silverback | +30 Health, +40 Maximum Oxygen |
How to Cultivate Rice in Enshrouded
If you aim to master the art of sushi-making, growing your own Rice is the way to go. This eliminates the need for regular trips to Orville.
Rice cultivation differs from other crops; it demands a specific environment. Rice Seedlings thrive in covered ground topped with a layer of water.
To set this up, carve a trough in the ground using the “Remove” option on your terrain tool. After laying down your soil, utilize a Water Dispenser from the Workbench to fill the trench with water. This forms a mini-pond effect to keep your crops well-hydrated. Now you’re ready to plant your Rice Seedlings!
Once planted correctly, your Rice Seedlings should green up within a few moments. When you return, you’ll be able to harvest Raw Rice from your private rice farm. For quicker growth, use Fertile Veilwater Basin Dirt to enhance results.
Are there other ways to combine Cooked Rice in recipes? Absolutely, and they often yield even better effects than eating it plain. You’ll need to explore more as you continue your journey in Enshrouded.
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