---
title: ToolRouter — Agent Use Case Guide
description: Step-by-step guide for completing a task with a specific AI agent using ToolRouter.
url: https://toolrouter.com/tools/recipe-finder/use-cases/find-recipes-by-cuisine/claude
---
# How to Find Recipes by Cuisine with Claude

Claude turns cuisine exploration into a guided learning journey. Ask for Thai curry recipes, then follow up about unfamiliar ingredients, essential pantry staples for the cuisine, and progression from beginner to advanced dishes. Each question deepens your understanding of the cuisine alongside the recipes.

## Setup

claude mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp

## Steps

1. Connect ToolRouter: claude mcp add toolrouter -- npx -y toolrouter-mcp
2. Ask Claude: "Find authentic Thai curry recipes using recipe-finder"
3. Claude returns recipes matching that cuisine
4. Ask: "Which of these is a good starting point for someone new to Thai cooking?"
5. Pick a recipe and explore a new cuisine

## Example Prompt

```
Search for traditional Japanese dinner recipes. I want to try making something authentic this weekend -- suggest options ranging from easy to challenging.
```

## Tips

- Ask Claude to explain unfamiliar ingredients and where to find them
- Request a progression from simple to complex dishes to build skill in a new cuisine
- Ask for tips on essential pantry items for the cuisine you want to explore
