Oh wow! Ty so much for the super thorough feedback! I put the recipe list there because some people were getting confused yes, and I agree with the points you've made.
I thought about the positional thing after submitting, but I was so tired I couldn't make a patch before the deadline. The UI, well, it is kinda of a mess isn't it hehe. I think I should've kept it simpler to be honest, the idea looked great in my mind but there was no possible way I could have fitted everything there with my skills and the allowed time.
Anyway I'm super happy that people are thinking the game has cool mechanics for what it is. I'm saving each feedback to apply on my next endeavors. Thanks!