🥖🔥 Hungarian Fried Bread – Lángos Recipe 🇭🇺
Lángos is a crispy, golden, deep-fried flatbread that’s soft and fluffy inside. A Hungarian favorite, it’s often served rubbed with garlic, topped with sour cream and cheese, or even with sweet toppings. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or street food treat! 🍽️✨
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 6-8 Lángos)
🌾 4 cups all-purpose flour
🍞 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
🥄 1 tsp sugar
🥛 1 ½ cups warm milk
🧂 1 tsp salt
🧈 2 tbsp melted butter (or oil)
🌻 Vegetable oil, for frying
🧄 Toppings (Optional):
🧄 Garlic clove, rubbed over the hot lángos
🥄 Sour cream
🧀 Grated cheese (cheddar, feta, or any melty cheese)
🌿 Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives)
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Activate the Yeast 🍞
- In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2️⃣ Make the Dough 🥣
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and melted butter.
- Knead for 5-7 minutes until soft and slightly sticky.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled. ⏳
3️⃣ Shape & Fry 🔥
- Divide dough into 6-8 pieces and flatten into rounds (~¼ inch thick).
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry each lángos for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
4️⃣ Add Toppings & Enjoy! 😋
- Rub with garlic, spread sour cream, and sprinkle cheese.
- Serve warm and enjoy the crispy, fluffy goodness!
💡 Pro Tips for the Perfect Lángos
✅ Let the dough rise well for light and airy lángos. ⏳
✅ Use warm milk to activate the yeast properly. 🥛
✅ Fry at the right temperature – too hot, and they burn; too low, and they get greasy. 🔥