🇭🇺 Hungarian Potato Flatbread (Krumplis Lángos)

Krumplis Lángos is a delicious variation of the famous Hungarian lángos. Made with mashed potatoes incorporated into a soft yeast dough, this flatbread is wonderfully tender on the inside with a golden, crispy exterior. Traditionally served with garlic, sour cream, and cheese, it is a popular comfort food enjoyed at markets, festivals, and family gatherings throughout Hungary.

⏱️ Recipe Information

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Rise Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: About 1 hour 50 minutes
  • Servings: 8 flatbreads
  • Cuisine: Hungarian
  • Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate

🥔 Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 250 g (1 cup) mashed potatoes, cooled
  • 250 ml (1 cup) warm milk
  • 7 g (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil, as needed

Traditional Toppings

  • 2–3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 250 g (1 cup) sour cream
  • 150 g (1½ cups) grated cheese

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Activate the Yeast

In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast.

Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2: Make the Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine:

  • Flour
  • Salt
  • Mashed potatoes

Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil.

Mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 3: Knead

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.

Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 4: Shape the Lángos

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions.

Shape each piece into a ball.

On a lightly floured surface, flatten each ball into a round disk about 15–18 cm (6–7 inches) wide.

Leave the center slightly thinner than the edges.

Step 5: Fry

Heat about 2–3 cm (1 inch) of oil in a deep skillet to 175°C (350°F).

Carefully place one flatbread into the hot oil.

Fry for about 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Transfer to paper towels to drain.

Repeat with the remaining dough.

Step 6: Prepare the Garlic Topping

Mix the crushed garlic with the water.

Brush the warm flatbreads lightly with the garlic mixture.

Step 7: Add Toppings

Spread sour cream generously over each warm flatbread.

Sprinkle with grated cheese and serve immediately.

🍽️ Optional Topping Ideas

Krumplis Lángos can also be topped with:

  • Smoked sausage slices
  • Crispy bacon
  • Chopped chives
  • Caramelized onions
  • Ham and cheese
  • Fresh herbs

💡 Tips for Perfect Krumplis Lángos

✔ Use cooled mashed potatoes to prevent the dough from becoming sticky.

✔ Do not make the dough too stiff; a soft dough creates a fluffier result.

✔ Fry at a steady temperature for even cooking.

✔ Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

✔ Freshly grated cheese melts beautifully over the warm bread.

🥄 Storage

  • Refrigerator: Up to 2 days.
  • Reheat: Warm in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.
  • Freezing: Freeze cooked flatbreads for up to 2 months.

🇭🇺 A Hungarian Street Food Favorite

Krumplis Lángos is a comforting and flavorful twist on traditional lángos. The addition of potatoes makes the dough extra soft and tender, while the crispy exterior and classic toppings create an irresistible combination. Whether enjoyed as a snack, lunch, or casual dinner, this Hungarian favorite is always a crowd-pleaser. 🥔🧄🧀🇭🇺✨

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