Long gone are the days when I could guzzle a bottle of gas station wine, wake up fresh as a daisy and tackle the day like nothing happened — early morning runs, groceries, maybe even some drama with friends. Now? One extra sip and I wake up feeling like I got hit by a truck. Twice. Some blame age (which is OBVIOUSLY absurd because I am basically still a teenager — a glowing, wrinkle-free picture of youth!), but let’s be real — my body just doesn’t bounce back like it used to. Post-party morning runs? Not happening.
When the sun breaks through the blinds and the realization of last night hits, food is a lifeline. The right meal won’t just fill your stomach — it’ll resurrect your soul. You need carbs, grease, protein or maybe just an excuse to keep your head down, focussed on the stove, avoiding eye contact with your equally hungover friends.
Luckily, the Jewish kitchen isn’t short of hangover-friendly nosh. Shakshuka? Perfect for when you want something warm, comforting and packed with flavor (plus, eggs = protein = recovery — so I’m told). Chopped liver might sound intense for the first meal of the day but trust me, its rich, savory goodness is a game-changer. Egg salad is an easy classic: creamy, satisfying and no real effort required. And if all else fails, challah French toast is the ultimate indulgence; sometimes the only cure is carbs soaked in egg and fried to perfection.
So whether you’re recovering from Purim festivities or just a random, wild night, these easy, satisfying recipes will help you bounce back with minimal effort. Because let’s be honest — if it requires too many steps, it’s just not happening today.
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Shakshuka for a Crowd
Poached eggs in a rich, spiced tomato sauce, prepared for a crowd.
Easy Falafel Waffles
Your favorite breakfast gets a savory Israeli twist. Ready in 20 minutes, these waffles will kick-start your day with a little spice.
Chopped Liver
This classic recipe is surprisingly easy to make from scratch, and all that iron can only be doing good things for your weary, recovering body.
Perfect Egg Salad
This simple salad is easy to scale up for a crowd, and will nourish your body and soul.
Israeli Honey-Sesame Cake
This nutty, sweet treat is whipped up in one bowl for easy sweet comfort.
Knish Sandwich
Ready in 10 minutes, it’s the perfect quick meal to soak up all that booze.
Egg in a Bagel Hole
Why eat your fried egg on a bagel when you can have an egg in your bagel?
Harissa Bloody Mary
Hair of the dog, right? Add some Middle Eastern spice to this classic cocktail and greet the day!
Retro Smoked Trout Schmear
This delicious and easy dip is good, old-fashioned party food for those mornings when you’re not ready for the festivities to end.
Michael Solomonov’s Tahini Toast
Get ready to drool over this Israeli-inspired toast, hearty and nutty and blessedly simple.
Lox, Eggs and Onions
The LEO is a Jewish American staple and the perfect brunch to linger over, piecing together the events of last night.
Nutella Stuffed Challah French Toast
French toast just got even better.
Everything Spiced Malawach with Fried Egg
This perfect brunch dish brings Jewish-American flavors to sweet, buttery (and, most importantly, store-bought!) Yemenite flatbread.
