It is always a great idea to eat while drinking, in fact, it’s highly recommended. Why, you ask? Well, it slows the pace of alcohol absorption into your system. This ensures that you can enjoy the night with your family or friends and still manage to avoid a nasty morning. headache. The trick is to pick healthy yet scrumptious options, even if your stomach is screaming for burger and fries. Pair your drink with these great, healthy choices.
Kebabs: When you think kebabs you automatically think of Lucknow’s Tunde kebabs, Delhi’s Karim’s or Hyderabad’s Siddique kebab. Not everyone is lucky enough to order in from these places for a great house party, but kebabs are definitely a great option to pair with your drink. Even the vegetarian kebabs make the cut, so don’t be disappointed if you aren’t a meat-eater. The protein in the non-vegetarian kebabs and the good carbs in the veg ones, will do you a world of good!
Healthy Chakna: There is a reason why peanuts and chana chor garam are the quintessential accompaniment to drinks. Chana chor garam, made with cooked chickpeas, and peanuts, are a great source of protein. So, do yourself a favor and give the fancy fried/diet/baked chakna a skip and stick to the two traditional favorites.
Cheese: Okay so, cheese might sound a bit too fancy for your liking, especially when we are not talking about the processed, over-the-counter cheese. All right, so a cheese platter including Gruyère, Gouda, sharp Cheddar, and more are good options when you are in the mood to spend all the dough. Go for it and don’t think about that belly fat with this healthy option.
Sandwiches: Now, let’s look at the carby options you can consume when drinking. Sandwiches are a great go-to choice and to narrow it down further, opt for the vegetarian options. Play safe, because that greasy piece of red meat in your snack could be doing you more harm than good when you are drinking heavily. Also, the veggies double up as a good source of carbs!
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Sushi: Another food option in the list of healthy foods to eat when drinking is sushi. It is a source of good carbs with rice and good proteins with fish. If you’re opting for veg sushi, the veggies prove to be a good source of carbs. More importantly, it’s yum. Enough said!
Who said snacking with drinks had to be hangover-inducing, unhealthy and lots of fun (Yes, we love pizzas and burgers. Sue us!) when it can be both healthy and fun! Cheers to making more informed choices when calling for drinks.
Summing Up
So there you have it – delicious and healthy foods to eat when drinking! From filling up on hearty meals to snacking smart, you can enjoy your drinks without the guilt. Next time you grab a drink, don’t forget to pair it with something that keeps the fun going without weighing you down. Cheers to healthier, happier sipping!
FAQs
What Alcohol Is Best For Dishes?
It all comes down to your preferences and the types of dishes you are cooking. However, some of the commonly used alcohol include wines, rum, and whiskey.
What Is The Best Food With Alcohol?
Food pairing of alcohol depends a lot on the kind of alcohol you’re drinking. But usually, cheese and munchies like chips and chicken are consumed with alcohol.
What Cheese Goes Well With Red Wine?
Red wines go well with different types of cheeses like Gouda, Cheddar, Blue Cheese, etc.
What Should I Not Eat After Drinking Beer?
Anything that is acidic or highly greasy is better avoided if you have alcohol in your system. These food items are likely to trigger gastro issues or irritate your stomach lining and make you feel horrible. A couple of things that you should specifically avoid are coffee and chocolate.
What Appetizers Go Well With Beer?
While the answer largely depends upon the type of beer you’re drinking, things like chicken wings, pizzas, seafood, and salads largely complement beers very well.
