Introduction
Working late nights can be taxing on your health. At the same time, exhaustion can make you hungry, but what can you possibly eat at night? Instant noodles? Leftover pastry? Well, there are many options that you can choose from. It is always advised to store some handy snacks in stainless steel food jars in your house so that you can satisfy those sudden hunger pangs. In this article, we are listing out ten go-to food items that you can have whenever you are hungry in the middle of the night!
10 Foods That Will Keep You Company at Night
1. Nuts
The most accessible food item to keep you going through the night whenever you are hungry and comes with multiple health benefits are nuts. You can add it to your monthly grocery list to restock. If you like almonds, you can keep a jar of them right next to your study table so that it is always within your reach. If you want to have multiple kinds of nuts, you can just get yourself a mixed nuts and dry fruits bag. Ensure that you store them tightly in airtight stainless steel jars; otherwise, they will go bad!
2. Instant Noodles
If you think Instant Noodle is just a food item, you are wrong, as it is a full-fledged ‘midnight rescue operation’. They have always been our companion, literally in the middle of the night, day or evening. They hardly take 3 minutes to cook, and all that you have to do is boil the noodles and add the tastemaker! If you want to be a little creative, you can also add some toasted peanuts and chilli oil to it. Slurp, slurp! You could also make this quickly while you are making your dinner, and store it in a casserole or insulated food containers which will keep it warm and fresh until you are ready to eat!
3. Egg Toast
Who said that you cannot have your breakfast at midnight? Probably a few people. But if you are starving and want to grab a quick bite before going to bed, then you can try making an egg toast for yourself. Break two eggs in a bowl, and add some salt, onions, chilli and bell peppers. Whisk it well, and then dip your bread inside the egg mix. Heat a pan with some oil, and start frying the dipped bread on low-medium flame. Fry both sides, and serve them. You can have some ketchup by the side or just sprinkle some black pepper on top.
4. Crackers and Cheese
No matter how much a person tries, it is tough to absolutely cut cheese out of one’s diet. And if you are one of the ardent cheese lovers, then do not wait anymore. Just grab that pack of crackers, and melt some cheese blocks in the microwave for 30 seconds. Dip your crackers into that oozy bubbly cheese and have the time of your life in the middle of the night. You can keep a few food jars or kitchen storage containers with different varieties of crackers for every mood!
5. Greek Yoghurt
If you are not too hungry and would prefer not to make a significant change in your calorie count for the day, then Greek Yoghurt is your calling. It will keep you full and result in a good calcium intake and protein and will also build you some metabolism. Keep a few ready to eat cups of Greek Yoghurt, and you are all set! The market is full of flavoured Greek Yoghurts, so pick your favourite one!
6. Fox Nuts
If you are thinking of opening a bag of chips, then drop that plan right now. People might think that chips are light and wafer-like, but in reality, they are fried in heaps of oil and can be unhealthy if consumed at night. The best alternative that you can have are FoxNuts, as they come with high antioxidants, fibres and detoxifying agents and have the potential to keep you healthy and nourished! Store FoxNuts inside airtight food jars to get the best taste, always!
7. Warm Milk
For ages, we have heard that warm milk is the best thing to have before going to bed, which stands true. If you want to have a good night’s sleep, then have a glass of milk right before you dive into the comforts of your bed after a long tiring day! If you feel a little too hungry, have a few cookies or a bowl of cereal with it.
8. Popcorn
Out of the things that have proven to be a great combo: horror movies, midnight and popcorn ring a bell to all of us. So, if you are afraid of the ghosts and probably feel hungry, then silently walk to the kitchen and make yourself a bowl of popcorn. To make it healthy, just use a drop of oil and pop them inside a microwave! And if you are craving something sweet, then make a caramel sauce and toss your popcorn in it.
9. Salad
If your comfort food is a bowl of salad, then just close your eyes and have a salad! Chop some lettuce, carrots, tomatoes and other vegetables that you want. Prepare a quick salad dressing with some olive oil and feta cheese. Mix it all together, and your quick salad is ready! You can also add some peanuts for some added crunch!
10. Leftover Cake
If you are one of the lucky ones with a chocolate truffle pastry hiding in your refrigerator, then what are you waiting for? Just grab a fork and dive right into it. Although you might have a sugar rush and find it difficult to sleep, what is hunger without a bit of risk.
Conclusion
Although this is a list of a handful of items that you can eat before going to bed, there are a lot more options that you can choose from when it comes to satiate your hunger pangs. If your heart wants you to become the MasterChef at 1 am, there is no harm. But at the same time, it is advised not to engage in caffeinated beverages as they will make it hard for you to sleep later.