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Included in Free plan Importing from Pinterest is included in the free version of Souschef. Pinterest is a wonderful place to discover recipe ideas, but keeping track of all those pins can quickly turn into a mess. With Souschef, you can import any Pinterest recipe directly into your collection — where you can scale servings, build a shopping list, and cook without the clutter. There are three ways to do it, so pick whichever works best for you!

How to import a recipe from Pinterest

Already looking at a recipe pin in the Pinterest app? Share it straight to Souschef.
1

Find a recipe pin and tap Share

Open the pin you want to save, then tap the Share button (the arrow icon) below the image.Pinterest pin with the Share button highlighted
2

Tap More apps

In the Share Pin link menu, tap More apps to open your phone’s share sheet.Pinterest Share Pin link menu with More apps highlighted
3

Tap the Souschef icon

Tap the Souschef icon in the share sheet. Souschef will open and start extracting the recipe automatically.Share sheet with the Souschef app iconDon’t see Souschef in the share sheet? Follow Add Souschef to your share menu.
4

Wait while Souschef extracts the recipe

Souschef will extract the recipe from the pin. This usually takes up to 30 seconds, and then your recipe will be ready to view, edit, and cook!
Keep Souschef open while it processes the recipe — closing the app too early may interrupt the import.

Why import Pinterest recipes into Souschef?

  • Turn inspiration into meals — import recipes directly, then customize them, scale servings, and swap ingredients.
  • Smart shopping lists — add all ingredients to your shopping list in one tap, sorted by store section.
  • No more clutter — keep everything in one place instead of juggling screenshots, links, and notes.

Troubleshooting

If the recipe didn’t import correctly or some details are missing, see Why a recipe import might fail for common causes and what to do.

Still need help?

Our team is always happy to assist — contact support.