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The most popular drunk food in 21 cities around the world

Germany: Currywurst and fries

The most popular drunk food in 21 cities around the world

Thailand: Fried rice

Thailand: Fried rice

Otherwise known as "khao phat," this dish consists of jasmine rice that is stir-fried with meat, egg, onions, garlic, and tomatoes, and refreshing slices of cucumber.

Turkey: Iskembe Çorbsi

Turkey: Iskembe Çorbsi

Iskembe Çorbsi, a tripe soup, is a popular hangover cure. The steaming broth is said to settle the stomach, as it is flavored with hot pepper, vinegar, and crushed garlic.

Mexico: Tacos

Mexico: Tacos
Barbacoa, tongue, and tripe tacos are favorites.

Canada: Poutine

Canada: Poutine

Fries doused with gravy and cheese curds are said to soak up the booze like no other dish.

UK: Kebabs

UK: Kebabs

The Brits swear by kebabs: pita stuffed with thinly sliced meat, salad, veggies, and various sauces.

Philippines: Sisig

Philippines: Sisig

In the Philippines, people go for a sweet and spicy dish that's made with pig's head and liver, chili peppers, and calamansi, a citrus fruit.

India: Bhurji Pav

India: Bhurji Pav

In Mumbai specifically the drunk food of choice is Bhurji-Pav, a spiced scrambled egg with bread.

Kenya: Mandazi

Kenya: Mandazi
Mandazi is a popular drunk dish in Kenya. Otherwise known as a Swahili coconut doughnut, this fried dough is popular because it can go down either the savory or sweet route.

South Korea: Tteokbokki and odeng

South Korea: Tteokbokki and odeng

Odeng, a type of fish cake, is a South Korean favorite.

Scotland: Munchy Box

Scotland: Munchy Box

One of the most convenient drunk foods in the world comes from Scotland. A "Munchy Box" is a pizza box filled with an assortment of fried, greasy drunk foods, like fried chicken, pizza, kebab meat, onion rings, fries, and garlic bread.

Japan: Ramen

Japan: Ramen

A rich, hearty bowl of fatty broth, noodles, and toppings is sure to satisfy drunk food cravings in Japan.

Ireland: Fish and chips

Ireland: Fish and chips

In Ireland, there's nothing quite like a thickly battered fish with fries.

Brazil: Acarajé

Brazil: Acarajé

Acarajé is a traditional street food found in Brazil. The black-eyed pea fritters are distinct in flavor, often served with a shrimp paste center.

Italy: Porchetta sandwich

Italy: Porchetta sandwich

Discerning even when drunk, Italians love a fatty herbaceous pork roast sliced into pieces and stuffed between thick, buttery slices of bread.

United States: Pizza

United States: Pizza

A cheesy slice is appropriate for all occasions, but seems the most satisfying after a few drinks.

China: Jianbing

China: Jianbing

Jianbing, a Chinese-style savory crepe, is not only a popular breakfast food in China, but also a late-night snack.

Czech Republic: Smažený sýr

Czech Republic: Smažený sýr

Literally translated as "fried cheese," this drunk food consists of a thick slice of Emmental or other cheese that is breaded and fried, and often accompanied by tartar sauce.

Iran: Persian pizza

Iran: Persian pizza

Like Americans, Iranians like to eat pizza when they're inebriated. However, Persian pizza is unique because of its toppings: Persian spices, sausage, bell pepper, mushroom, and mozzarella cheese.

Greece: Loukoumades

Greece: Loukoumades

These Greek pastries are deep-fried and soaked in honey. Cinnamon and sesame are sometimes sprinkled on top.

Sri Lanka: Kottu

Sri Lanka: Kottu

Kottu is a mixture of chopped vegetables, stir-fried egg, spices, and shredded godamba roti (thin, fried bread).

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