TOP 5 Hungarian foods for hangover to mend morning-after misery- PHOTOS

There are those weekends when you wake up with stomach-churning nausea realising that mistakes were made. Was it the 5th palinka shot or the entire bottle of Etyeki chardonnay? Whatever the culprit is, you need a quick fix otherwise your head is going to explode. Apart from swearing off alcohol for life, or at least until next weekend (stick to realistic goals), there are also other things you can do to get better. We prepared a list of the top 5 Hungarian foods for hangover that will help you get rid of the post-party symptoms in no time. 

Korhely soup 

Nothing says “wild night out” than a steamy bowl of Korhely soup filled with all the goodness of the local cuisine. It is a merry combination of sauerkraut and good old Hungarian sausage. This comforting delicacy is the ultimate hangover food among locals. It helps replenish your sodium and water levels while its slightly bitter flavour will perfectly ease your stomach. You will be all set for happy hours! Click HERE to find the classic recipe with a twist!

 

Savoury pickles

If you thought that gulping down your third extra large glass of beer would be good for you, at least for its high vitamin B content, you were wrong. It must have badly dehydrated your body by the next day. However, there is cure! Drinking pickle juice or munching on these savoury snacks helps restore your electrolyte levels, and thus will fix you in no time. Pickles are also healthier than popular sport drinks as they are all-natural and most of them, especially the homemade ones, do not contain any preservatives. They are certainly among the top Hungarian foods for hangover. 

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Spinach vegetable stew with eggs

Eat your way out of morning-after misery with this classic Hungarian food for hangover. The spinach and egg combo will give you all you need as it is packed with a bunch of healthy proteins. This dietary substance is particularly beneficial for your body now while it is working hard to process all the alcohol in your system. Besides, meals made of dark leafy greens can also cure digestive issues, such as diarrhea or constipation that often occur after heavy drinking. 

Kefír

If you feel that you cannot face food at the moment, opt for something light yet still effective. Fermented dairy products can make wonders after a boozy night out. Kefír is actually one of the most tried and tested Hungarian folk remedies for hangover. The added probiotics such as yeast and healthy live bacteria are said to calm your stomach by rebalancing your gut bacteria. So if you regularly enjoy a couple of too many pints, stock up on low-fat kefír; it can be a lifesaver. 

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Hungarian Potato Pasta

Pasta’s potential for hangover relief is truly underestimated. This nurturing comfort food can soak up all the remaining alcohol in your body, and thus relieve the worse symptoms. Potato pasta is also an easy dish to knock up when you barely have the energy to get off the couch. If you are nursing a brutal hangover, just tuck in to a plate or two of this mouthwateringly delicious Hungarian retro food. You will instantly feel better after this incredible carby heaven! If you want to make it by yourself, find the recipe HERE. 

 

+1 Pogácsa

Who can resist these perfectly crunchy and cheesy Hungarian treats? It probably comes as a surprise to you that pogácsa does not only ease the munchies but also hangover-related symptoms. When the liver is processing alcohol, it no longer focuses on regulating blood glucose levels. Pogácsa contains fast-acting carbs that increase your blood sugar level and consequently improve fatigue and headache. Plus, you also will get that feel-good effect once you bite into a tasty puff. No wonder it is considered one of the best foods for hangover. Find the recipe HERE.

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Source: Daily News Hungary