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Lángos (Hungarian Fried Dough)

Name: Lángos (Hungarian Fried Dough)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 500 g all-purpose flour; 25 g fresh yeast; 1 tsp granulated sugar; 1 tsp salt; 350 ml lukewarm milk or water; 1.5 l vegetable oil for frying; 3 cloves garlic; 200 g sour cream; 150 g grated cheese

Difficulty

easy

Time

Price Category

cheap

Calories

High

Lángos is a true Hungarian classic, an indispensable delicacy at summer beaches and markets. This crispy fried, yet soft on the inside, yeast dough is best served with garlic sour cream and grated cheese. Prepare this simple yet irresistible dish at home and bring the festival atmosphere to your kitchen! It's a perfect choice for a weekend lunch or a gathering with friends.

ingredients

6 Servings

500 g all-purpose flour25 g fresh yeast1 tsp granulated sugar1 tsp salt350 ml lukewarm milk or water1.5 l vegetable oil for frying3 cloves garlic200 g sour cream150 g grated cheese

Steps

Activate Yeast

In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk/water with the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes frothy on top.

Knead Dough

In a large bowl, mix the flour with the salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and knead into a soft, elastic dough. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour; if too dry, a little more milk/water. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 60-90 minutes, until it doubles in size.

Shape Lángos

Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 6 equal portions. Form each piece into a ball, then, with oiled hands, stretch them into thin discs about 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) in diameter. Leave the center slightly thicker.

Fry and Serve

In a deep pan or pot, heat a generous amount of vegetable oil over medium-high heat (about 170-180°C / 340-350°F). Carefully place the Lángos into the hot oil and fry both sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove them and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Crush the garlic, mix it with a little oil or water, and brush it over the hot Lángos. Serve with sour cream and grated cheese.

Extra Tips

► Lángos is best enjoyed fresh and warm, straight from the pan.

► If you don't have fresh yeast, you can use 7g of active dry yeast, mixing it directly with the flour.

► Experiment with toppings! Try it with garlic oil, or even jam for a sweet version.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 150g / 5.3 oz
Calories	350-450 kcal	525-675 kcal
Protein	8-12g	12-18g
Fat	20-30g	30-45g
Carbohydrate	30-40g	45-60g
Fiber	1-2g	1.5-3g
Sugar	1-3g	1.5-4.5g

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