Written by Andrew Hammel

browse all osrs The most efficient way to level up Cooking in OSRS is starting with 1-tick poison karambwan until level 30, then switching to 1-tick cooked karambwan all the way to 99. It’s a click-intensive method but gives the highest XP rates in the game.

If you're looking for cheaper or AFK alternatives, cooking fish or making jugs of wine are solid options. These can still provide between 300k–500k XP per hour without wearing out your mouse finger.

Levels 1–30: Quick Start Methods

Poison Karambwan (Fastest Method)

• Use raw karambwan on a fire while holding "1"
• Uses a 1-tick technique with no cooking delay
• Cook around 168 to reach level 30
• Early burning is common, buy at least 500 raws
• Total time is roughly 8–10 minutes

Low-Level Fish (Easier Option)

• Cook sardines, herring, trout, etc.
• Slower than 1-ticking but cheaper and less stressful
• Still gets you to level 30 in under an hour

Stick with karambwan if you want speed. Go for fish if you prefer ease.

Levels 30–99: Core Training Methods

Cooked Karambwan (Best XP Rate)

• Requires completion of Tai Bwo Wannai Trio quest
• 1-tick method gives 450k–950k XP/hour
• Best done at Rogues’ Den fire for maximum speed
• Cooking gauntlets aren't needed here
• AFK alternative: Hosidius kitchen up to level 96

Use tick manipulation for top XP speeds. If not, AFK cooking at Hosidius or Myths’ Guild still works well.

Jug of Wine (Affordable & Efficient)

• Mix grapes with jug of water
• Gives 200 XP per wine, no chance of failure
• Ferments automatically after 12 seconds inside a bank
• XP rate up to 490k/hour once past level 68
• Slightly more involved than karambwan

Avoid this before level 68 unless you don’t mind wasting ingredients. Good alternative when karambwan prices spike.

Bake Pie (Low Maintenance, High Yield)

• Requires Lunar Diplomacy quest
• Cast Bake Pie spell on pie dough
• Up to 490k XP/hour with bonus Magic XP
• No risk of burning
• Some pies may be costly or slow to obtain

Great passive method for main accounts. Not ideal for ironmen unless you make pies yourself.

Cooking Fish (Budget-Friendly)

• Use the Hosidius kitchen for lower burn rates
• Cooking gauntlets help with lobster, shark, etc.
• XP rate averages 150k–300k/hr but can generate profit
• Anglerfish and monkfish are reliable long-term choices

Solid AFK option if speed isn't your priority. Cheap, relaxing, and profitable with the right gear.

Recommended Skill Paths

Speed-Centric Route

• 1–30: Poison karambwan (1-tick)
• 30–99: Cooked karambwan (1-tick)

Casual Route

• 1–30: Regular fish
• 30–68: Lobster or swordfish
• 68–99: Monkfish, shark, or anglerfish (Hosidius)

Balanced Hybrid Path

• 1–30: Fish or karambwan
• 30–68: Jugs of wine
• 68–99: Karambwan or Bake Pie

Pick the path that suits your patience and wallet.

Top Cooking Spots

• Rogues’ Den – best spot for 1-tick karambwan
• Hosidius Kitchen – lowest burn chance up to level 96
• Myths’ Guild – has perfect range setup instant banking
• Mor Ul Rek – fire located beside bank (requires fire cape)

Fairy Ring or teleport spells cut travel time. NPC Contact helps when using Bake Pie.

Final Thoughts

Cooking is one of the quickest skills to reach level 99 if you’re ready to click or spend some coins. With karambwan or wine methods, you can hit 99 in under 30 hours... or take it easy and fry fish for profit like the old-school RuneScape players did back in 2006. Your choice.

FAQ

Q: What's the fastest way to train Cooking?

1-tick cooked karambwan using tick manipulation.

Q: Are cooking gauntlets necessary?

Yes, for fish like lobster, shark, and monkfish. Not needed for karambwan or wine.

Q: What's the best AFK method?

Cook monkfish or anglerfish at the Hosidius kitchen.

Q: When should I start making wine?

Start at level 68 to avoid failed attempts.

Q: Which place has the lowest burn rate?

Hosidius kitchen with elite Kourend diary completed.

Q: Is Cooking a profitable skill?

Yes, when cooking fish. No, when 1-ticking karambwan or making wine.

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