Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside — Lángos is one of the most famous street foods of Hungary. Traditionally topped with garlic, sour cream, and shredded cheese, it’s pure comfort food!
📝 Ingredients
2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
¾ cup warm milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons oil
Oil for frying
Classic Toppings:
2 cloves garlic (crushed, mixed with a little water)
½–1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella or Hungarian cheese
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Activate Yeast In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2️⃣ Make the Dough Add flour, salt, and oil. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5–8 minutes until smooth.
3️⃣ Let Rise Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
4️⃣ Shape Divide into 4–6 balls. Flatten each into a round disc about ½ inch thick.
5️⃣ Fry Heat oil in a deep pan (about 350°F / 175°C). Fry each piece 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
6️⃣ Top & Serve Rub with garlic water, spread sour cream, and sprinkle generously with cheese. Serve immediately while hot.
🍽️ Other Popular Toppings
Ham & cheese
Sausage
Fried egg
Sweet version with powdered sugar or Nutella
💡 Tips
Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying.
Serve fresh — Lángos is best eaten hot!
You can refrigerate dough overnight for deeper flavor.
