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How to Make a Dragon Shiny Sandwich in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?

No, this won't get you a shiny Charizard.

If eating sandwiches could alter the very fabric of reality, then by all means I would be lord of the universe. But since dreams only happen while you sleep, at least we can alter those Shiny drop chances while creating sandwiches in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. You see, this sandwich mechanic is the perfect way to enhance your chance of finding several particular Pokémon, in this case, shiny Pokémon.

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There are several recipes to use in-game that will alter what type of shiny Pokémon you will encounter more easily. Today we’ll talk about how to make a Dragon Shiny sandwich in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Bon appétit!

How to Make a Dragon Shiny Sandwich?

While you can talk with the chef in any in-game restaurant to view all recipes for your favorite sandwiches, to create Shiny Specific Sandwiches, you will have to unlock the Sparkling Power Sandwich recipe, which will only happen once you complete the game. That means, once the credits roll, you don’t need to get 100% of the game progress to unlock it. You will now be able to make Shiny Sandwiches to get your Dragon-Type shinies. Here are the things you are going to need to make a Dragon Shiny Sandwich.

Note: since the update, there are a couple of recipes you can follow to make a Dragon Shiny Sandwich, we will talk about two of them.

Related: Where to Find Avocado in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Classic Recipe

  • Avocado
  • Salty Herba Mystica x2

New Recipe

  • Avocado x2
  • Prosciutto or one Hamburger
  • Green Pepper
  • Red Pepper or Tomato
  • Yellow Pepper or one Onion
  • Any Herba Mystica x2

Be sure to pick up your ingredients in Deli Ciosos and other supermarkets across Paldea. Get those Herba Mysticas by doing 5-star or 6-star Tera Raids. While the new updated recipe needs more ingredients, the ability to use any type of Herba Mystica makes it less time-consuming for the player. Enjoy your sandwich and find those Shiny Dragon Types! Thank you for reading!


Thank you for reading! For more Pokémon Scarlet and Violet content, be sure to check out our posts! We’re covering everything about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Be sure to check out some of our other articles regarding Pokemon such as Where to find Dratini in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – Map and Locations or How to Evolve Piloswine in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

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Alejandro Josan
A musician with a heart of a gamer, Alejandro's life has always been accompanied by adventures on Nintendo platformers, countless hours of fantasy RPGs and several third-party FPSs. Currently, he is studying Game Design and Development, preparing for a long career in the video game industry.
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Jazmine Corniel has been a freelance writer at Game Journalist since May 2022. She has an AA in journalism and is working towards a degree in digital communications. She has five years of professional writing experience and social media management. Her GJ coverage includes The Sims 4, Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rails, and World of Warcraft alongside other live service games. In her free time, you’ll find her playing The Sims 4, voice acting, singing in musicals, and traveling.