In this article, we will introduce popular shime dishes, as well as some surprising shime dishes that are popular overseas. It also explains why people want to eat shime, the drawbacks to eating them, and how to enjoy them well, so it is a must-read for alcohol lovers.
What's the best way to finish off a night of drinking? Top 7 recommendations
1st place: The classic "Ramen"
Ramen is a popular way to finish off a night of alcohol. Ramen is rich in salt and carbohydrates , and is perfect for soothing the body after the alcohol has made you drunk.To finish off the night with a friend, we went to Tsukemen TETSU; ramen after drinking was also great!
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Ramen soup is also packed with umami ingredients, including glutamic acid and inosinic acid, which are acids that help break down alcohol, and it is said that this is one of the reasons why people instinctively crave ramen after drinking alcohol, not just for its taste .
Among ramen, tonkotsu ramen, which is packed with flavor, is popular. The fact that you can choose from a variety of soup flavors and noodle thicknesses and types is also one of the reasons why ramen is loved as a finishing dish.
2nd place: Udon: Recommended for those who want to relax
Besides ramen, udon is also a popular noodle dish to finish off a meal. It has less salt and other stimulating properties than ramen, so it's perfect for when you're looking for a soothing, gentle finale to your meal . Udon noodles with a strong dashi stock will warm you up, so they're also recommended after a drinking party in the cold season.Today is a study session on udon. Eating udon as a finishing touch to a night of drinking is the best! I wanted to go eat udon for lunch tonight too! #SanukiTsukemenSamukawa #NightUdonpic.twitter.com /45gR0vxLbn
— Takeshi Yamashita (@10pun_udon), Manager of the 10-minute factory at Oshoya , September 10, 2019
If you are enjoying a hot pot with alcohol, you can also use the soup to boil udon noodles. If you want to enjoy a refreshing taste, we recommend udon noodles with plum or grated daikon radish.
3rd place: Onigiri: Easy to eat even when drinking at home
Onigiri is popular as a quick and easy way to finish a meal, as it can be easily prepared at home. It's easy to prepare not only at an izakaya, but also when drinking alone or at home.[Easy recipe! Salted chili oil rice balls]
— Hama Gohan [Easy Recipe] (@hamagohan_r) August 22, 2021
1. Mix rice, perilla leaves, chicken stock, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and chili oil to make rice balls. Finish!
It's quick to make so it's perfect for lunch boxes!
The flavor of the shiso and sesame oil is also amazing, so it's recommended as a final dish after drinking alcohol!
Please give it a try! pic.twitter.com/Vw7wFlOE3L
In addition to simple onigiri with seaweed and salt, you can also add seasonings such as furikake and sesame oil to create a variety of flavors. Onigiri with different flavors are less likely to become boring, making them a good way to finish off a meal even for those who drink alcohol frequently.
4th place: If you want to take care of your stomach, try "Ochazuke"
If you're worried about drinking or eating too much, but still want something to eat at the end of the meal, then ochazuke is the perfect choice. Dashi ochazuke, made with not only tea but also dashi stock, is also popular.Even though I haven't had a drop of alcohol, I still have ochazuke as a finishing touch🍵
— Ayanois (@ayanoniconama) March 9, 2019
Salmon belly tea porridge♡ pic.twitter.com/zKLyBACfep
Ochazuke fills you up with less rice than regular rice, so it helps prevent you from overeating at the end of the meal . It's gentle on the stomach and warms the body, so it's perfect for preventing colds in the winter.
5th place: "Cup vermicelli" that's great to buy at convenience stores
Cup vermicelli is popular as a cheap way to finish off a night of alcohol because it can be easily purchased at convenience stores and supermarkets. Like cup ramen, it is easy to make by just adding hot water, and it is also popular because it is healthier and has fewer calories than ramen .[Seven-Eleven]
— Sato (@kasat117) January 24, 2019
It's one of the things I eat when I'm not feeling my best ( ◜ω◝ )!!
Yesterday I tweeted about nabeyaki udon,
Cup vermicelli is easy to make, just use hot water.
It's convenient and I'm grateful for it ( ˘ᾥ˘ )
The world is so convenient ( ◜ω◝ )⸝⋆* pic.twitter.com/A2DVCtpXy2
In recent years, the variety of flavors has increased, and you can enjoy variations such as chili pepper flavors and egg soup flavors. Dried cup vermicelli noodles last a long time, so if you stock them at home, you can eat them easily anytime.
6th place: "Miso soup" made with clams to prevent hangovers
If you're craving salt after drinking, miso soup is also recommended. It doesn't have a lot of carbohydrates like ramen or rice, so it's easy to enjoy even after you're full.Clam soup
— Renbou Promotion Squad (@renboumoriage) December 31, 2022
Speaking of finishing touches, it's miso soup.
How about clam soup as the final dish of the year 2022? It's delicious!
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Shijimi clam miso soup is said to be particularly effective in preventing hangovers . Shijimi clams are rich in ornithine and other compounds that are said to be effective against hangovers.
If you want to choose a final dish after a drinking party while also considering the next day, be sure to consider this as an option.
7th place: Sweets are also popular among girls' parties
If you want to end a drinking party on a fun note, choosing a dessert as a finishing touch is also a good idea. In some areas of Hokkaido, there is a custom of enjoying a parfait after drinking alcohol, called "Shime Parfait." It is also perfect after enjoying Western alcohol such as wine or whiskey, or after enjoying a course meal.⑤Definitely sweets 🍰
— 💚👶🏻Nono🧸🐱🧡 (@noon12bw) November 9, 2022
I love parfaits topped with fruit, cream, and ice cream.
In Hokkaido, there is a culture called Shime Parfait, where you eat a parfait after drinking alcohol!
Sweets taste the best when eaten in the middle of the night😏🫶 #Recommended Japanese food for JaFirst #Japanese food #JaFirst #Japanese food pic.twitter.com/oiJ06Y6ftC
In addition to cakes and parfaits, light and easy-to-eat sweets such as ice cream and chocolate are also popular . We recommend enjoying them as a dessert with rich cognac or whiskey.
A new standard!? Surprising ways to finish a meal in different countries
As cultures change, so do the ways of enjoying alcohol. These differences are also reflected in the "final dish" that is eaten overseas, where dishes that would be considered surprising in other countries are often eaten as a final dish.If you're feeling like your drinking habits are getting a bit stale, why not take a look at the finishing touches of other countries' cultures?
<America> Hot dogs and pizza are popular
In America, where the scale of life is dynamic, the final meal after a drink also has a big impact. Flour-based carbohydrate dishes such as hot dogs and pizza are often chosen as the final meal.Evening drink. Hot dog sandwich.
— Ohki Kindaichi (@FreeFlee) August 21, 2020
I remembered the amazing hot dog I had when I was in America and ate one with extra vegetables, so I made this. I didn't have a bun, so I made a sandwich. I fried the green peppers and cabbage with salt and pepper, topped them with paprika and cheese, and toasted them a little.
The drink is "Ochimizu" watered down. pic.twitter.com/mJWHiyuN83
The combination of sausage, salami, and cheese with a salty flavor will surely satisfy you. It goes great with beer or highballs, and is great for sharing with a large group of people, so it's sure to be a big hit at parties.
<Germany> Currywurst goes well with authentic beer
In Germany, the B-grade gourmet dish Currywurst is chosen as a snack or as the final dish of a meal. Currywurst is a dish of sausage seasoned with curry powder and ketchup .Germany🇩🇪: the country with delicious sausages and beer🍺
— momo@Where will you go with miles? (@momo06417743) July 31, 2022
I tried Currywurst, a very popular B-grade gourmet food in Berlin 😋 #GermanGourmet #OverseasTravel #BerlinWall #GourmetGirlshttps ://t.co/vWm7SUX6U8 pic.twitter.com/eucigxTtrR
Although it is a German dish, it can be easily made using ingredients sold at Japanese supermarkets, so please give it a try. It goes especially well with authentic German beer , so beer lovers should definitely try it.
<Thailand> Recommended som tam for those who like spicy food
Som tam , the Thai final dish, is a spicy salad made with green papaya. It is a dish with a typical Asian spiciness, with a unique sour and salty taste that is very stimulating. It goes well with beer, highballs, and cocktails made with spirits.Som Tam is probably my favorite Thai food. pic.twitter.com/o4yBTrG9hw
— Umeme 🔛 IT Engineer 🐰 (@beConjuror) February 13, 2023
Somtam is spicy like Thai food, so it's perfect for sobering up . The spiciness is said to stimulate the body and help relieve stress and fatigue.
<China> Salty grilled skewers
In China, it is common to eat grilled skewers as a final dish instead of rice or noodles. There are many different types of grilled skewers, including meat skewers such as beef, pork, and chicken, as well as vegetable skewers.(via:890tomo) Finishing off in Ueno. Grilled skewers. They rotate automatically! Chinese style. pic.twitter.com/hEL9ZbLm
— Ueno Photo (@ueno_photo) December 14, 2011
If you want to have a Chinese-style final meal, it's a good idea to keep your main dish and alcohol to a minimum and keep your stomach open . In China, you can also eat skewers at food stalls after a drinking party.
<UK> Fish and chips and kebabs
In the UK, fish and chips and kebabs are popular as final dishes. For Japanese people, these may seem a bit heavy.I have submitted two reports for the April subject proficiency exams.
— Kaiba🧠New Dad (@Transtier) March 5, 2019
So I gave in to temptation and had kebabs for dinner tonight.
I remembered that when I was staying in the UK, a British friend of mine told me that kebabs are often eaten as a final meal after drinking alcohol.
You have to chew it well, and it seems like a heavy way to finish off a meal, though 😅 pic.twitter.com/YJO8ZQh2L3
In the UK, there are many pubs and clubs, and it seems that they are more focused on izakaya-style establishments than restaurants . In the UK, the culture of eating a hearty kebab after enjoying a drink without having a main dish is widespread.
Why do we want to have a meal or a final drink after a drinking party?
"I don't usually eat that much, but drinking alcohol increases my appetite."
"I ate a lot, but after drinking alcohol I wanted to eat even more to finish off the meal."
I'm sure many of you have had similar experiences.
In fact, there is a good reason why you want to eat a "shime" (final dish) after drinking alcohol. From here, we will explain why you want to eat a "shime" (final dish) after drinking alcohol.
Your blood sugar drops and you feel hungry
When you drink alcohol, the alcohol is broken down in your body. It is generally believed that the breakdown of alcohol takes precedence over general sugar. In other words , when you consume alcohol, the liver's function is suppressed . As a result, glucose is less easily excreted, leading to a state of so-called "hypoglycemia."When alcohol causes your blood sugar to go down, your brain sends signals to your body to raise your blood sugar level, which is what makes you feel hungry. This is why you feel hungry even after you've had a hearty meal.
You will want to replenish the sugar used in alcohol breakdown.
Sugar is consumed to break down alcohol, and it is said that after drinking alcohol, you crave carbohydrates, which contain sugar , to replenish the sugar used to break down the alcohol .I'm sure there are many people who like to finish off their drinking with carbohydrates, such as noodles or rice dishes. However, if you choose these dishes unconsciously, you may end up consuming too many carbohydrates, so you should be careful.
Alcohol has a diuretic effect, making you crave salt and water.
Alcohol has a diuretic effect. I'm sure there are many people who feel the need to go to the bathroom frequently when they go out drinking.
When you drink a lot of alcohol, you start craving the fluid and salt that has been excreted through urine , which makes you crave salty foods . Ramen, which is rich in both fluid and salt, is the perfect way to finish off a night of alcohol.
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Eating too much Shime can lead to weight gain and body fat gain
It's tempting to eat a final dish after drinking alcohol, but be careful not to overindulge. If you eat a lot and then continue to eat a final dish, you will obviously be overeating, which can lead to weight gain and body fat gain .
Be careful not to eat too many carbohydrates, especially noodles and rice dishes. As mentioned earlier, there is a reason why we instinctively want to eat carbohydrates to finish off a night of drinking. If you choose your final dish by only eating what you want without considering balance, you will definitely over-indulge and end up over-calorie. Be sure to keep this in mind when choosing your final dish.
The downside is that it can be too salty
Ramen is the most common way to finish off a meal, and many other foods are high in salt. If you eat a lot of these foods, you may end up consuming too much salt , so be careful. Excessive salt intake can lead to lifestyle-related diseases . Even if you don't get sick right away, it can cause swelling and other discomfort, so be careful.If you really want to eat a salty final dish, one way to deal with this is to choose low-salt snacks or cut down on salt in your lunch or breakfast. Be sure to choose a final dish while keeping in mind its nutritional balance.
It's great in terms of satisfaction
Although overeating can be detrimental, that doesn't mean that the Shime-ryori itself is bad. If you can enjoy the Shime-ryori well, it has the added benefit of making the alcohol taste even better and making the drinking party even more enjoyable .
Some Shime dishes are also effective in preventing hangovers and bad intoxication . Learn how to enjoy Shime dishes well and use them to make your drinking party even more enjoyable.
How to have a good time with alcohol
Consider the balance between food and alcohol
If you want to have a final dish, you should carefully consider the volume and balance of the food and alcohol. Specifically, if you want to have a hearty final dish, keep your main dish light and try not to drink too much alcohol .
There are set amounts of food and alcohol that are appropriate to consume per day. Drinking too much can impair your judgment, so be sure to decide how much you will eat and drink before you start drinking.
Choose alcohol with less sugar
If you are concerned about your weight or body fat, you can choose alcohol with less sugar, such as choosing a highball instead of beer, or zero-sugar shochu instead of sake .
In general, distilled alcoholic beverages such as whiskey, shochu, and spirits have less sugar than brewed alcoholic beverages such as wine, beer, and sake. Recently, beer-like drinks with reduced sugar content have also been released, so be sure to check them out as well.
Rest your body the day after drinking or eating too much
There are many occasions involving alcohol, such as drinking parties and celebratory gatherings that you just can't refuse. For those who like alcohol, it is almost impossible to completely refrain from finishing a drink with food .
If you feel like you've drunk or eaten too much, try to balance your meals by eating less the next day. Even if you overindulge in one day's meal, if you get your rhythm back in order over the next 2-3 days, it won't have a big impact on your body.
Make sure to drink your favorite alcoholic beverages while keeping a clear distinction between "cheat days" and "liver-free days." If you are concerned about your health, we recommend getting into the habit of exercising on a regular basis to boost your metabolism.
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summary
This time, we've shared some popular ways to finish off a drink at a drinking party, as well as some fun facts about how to finish off a drink.If you can get the hang of it, you'll be able to enjoy your drink even more. Try out a variety of different finishing dishes while searching for your favorite one.