Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
250 ml

water

warm

5 ml

sugar

15 ml

yeast

15 ml

oil

5 ml

salt

0.75 qt

flour

approximately

Step 1
~3 min

Dissolve sugar in warm water.

Step 2
~3 min

Add yeast to the sugar water and let it sit for 10 minutes to activate.

Step 3
~3 min

Combine the yeast mixture with salt and oil.

Step 4
~3 min

Gradually add flour to the mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 5
~3 min

Knead the dough for 3 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 6
~3 min

Roll the dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick.

Step 7
~3 min

Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 8
~3 min

Cut the dough into serving-size squares.

Step 9
~3 min

Poke holes in each square with a fork to prevent excessive puffing during frying.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 10
~3 min

Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 11
~3 min

Carefully place the dough squares into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on one side.

Step 12
~3 min

Flip the squares and fry the other side until golden brown.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove the fried langos from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 14
~3 min

Rub each langos with a fresh garlic clove.

Step 15
~3 min

Sprinkle with salt.

Step 16
~3 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use milk instead of water.

Top with sour cream and grated cheese for a traditional Langos.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot, topped with sour cream and cheese.

Serve as a side dish with goulash.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Goulash
Pickled vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hungary

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Hungary.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Festivals
Markets

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Street food

Popularity Score

75/100

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