Lángos (Hungarian Fried Bread)

Ingredients

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (7 g) dry yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 300 ml warm water or milk
• 2 tbsp oil
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water/milk. Let sit for 10 minutes.
2. In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and oil.
3. Knead into a soft dough (about 8–10 minutes).
4. Cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
5. Divide dough into small balls and flatten into discs.
6. Heat oil in a deep pan.
7. Fry each lángos until golden on both sides.
8. Drain on paper towels.

Serving (traditional)

• Sour cream + grated cheese
• Garlic water (garlic mixed with oil or water)
• Or simply salted 🇭🇺🍞