Hungarian Lángos Lovers (Lángos)

Lángos is a popular Eastern European deep-fried flatbread, often referred to as "Hungarian Lángos Lovers". It is a beloved street food in Hungary and is enjoyed as a savory snack or a meal. The dough is made with simple ingredients and then deep-fried to golden perfection. It is typically topped with garlic, sour cream, and cheese, making it a delicious and indulgent treat.

Vegetarian Snack Eastern European Street Food Deep Fried
Hungarian Lángos Lovers (Lángos)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • Oil for deep-frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast.
  2. Add the warm water and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise for 1 hour.
  4. Once the dough has risen, divide it into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out each ball of dough into a flat round shape.
  6. Heat the oil in a deep pot or fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Gently place the rolled-out dough into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
  8. Remove the lángos from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  9. Top the lángos with garlic, sour cream, and cheese, or any other desired toppings.
  10. Serve the lángos hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Deep-frying

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Supplies

Large bowl Kitchen towel Rolling pin Deep pot or fryer Paper towels

Tools

Fryer or deep pot Rolling pin

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with a side of pickles or a fresh salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the lángos to ensure a crispy texture.

Cost

$5