Hungarian Langos Delight
Langos is a beloved Hungarian street food, offering a delightful experience with its crispy, golden-brown fried bread base. Often compared to a pizza due to its myriad of toppings, Langos brings a unique twist with uncooked ingredients like sour cream and cheddar. This recipe guides you to recreate this classic Hungarian snack, ensuring every bite is rich in flavor and texture.
Ingredients
🍞 250g (9 ounces) Plain all-purpose flour
🍬 1 teaspoon Sugar
🌾 1 teaspoon Allison's Easy Bake Yeast
🌱 1/4 teaspoon Caraway seeds
🥛 100ml (0.4 US cup) Milk
🥄 100ml (0.4 US cup) Sour cream (Note: Container labeled as yogurt)
🫒 La Española Olive Oil, for bowl greasing
🌻 Vegetable oil, for frying
🧀 Mature cheddar cheese, grated (brand not specified)
🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped
🥓 Bacon, sliced and fried (brand not specified)
Instructions
1- Prepare the Dough (Dry Ingredients):
- In a stainless steel mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and caraway seeds.
- Use standard measuring teaspoons for accuracy.
2- Prepare the Dough (Wet Ingredients):
- In a plastic measuring jug, blend the milk with sour cream.
3- Combine and Knead:
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients.
- Mix using a wooden spoon until a rough dough forms.
- Then, using a Redmond REDCook KM 272 stand mixer or knead by hand for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth.
4- First Rise:
- Lightly grease a clean glass bowl with La Española Olive Oil.
- Place the dough in the bowl, turning it to coat with oil.
- Cover the bowl with Tesco plastic film and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 3 hours, or until doubled in size.
5- Prepare Toppings:
- Chop parsley, grate the cheddar cheese, and fry the bacon using a metal spatula in a white enameled cast iron pan.
- Set the bacon aside on a white rectangular plate.
6- Portion the Dough:
- Once risen, transfer the dough to a floured work surface.
- Gently press to release air and divide it into 6 to 8 equal balls, using a Taylor digital kitchen scale for accuracy.
7- Shape the Langos:
- Flatten each dough ball into a 6-inch disc using a white non-stick rolling pin.
8- Heat the Oil:
- Fill a deep pan or casserole dish with vegetable oil to just under halfway.
- Heat the oil to 170°C (338°F), using a digital thermometer.
9- Fry the Langos:
- Carefully place one or two discs into the hot oil.
- Fry each side for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
10- Drain:
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the Langos, placing them on kitchen paper to absorb excess oil.
11- Assemble:
- Spread sour cream over each warm Langos using a butter knife or spreader.
- Top with grated cheese, chopped parsley, and crispy bacon bits.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 2 to 4 hours (including rising)
Servings: 6 to 8
Equipment: Mixing bowl, Redmond REDCook KM 272 stand mixer, cutting board, cheese grater, white enameled cast iron pan, white non-stick rolling pin, Taylor digital kitchen scale, thermometer, slotted spoon, kitchen paper
Cooking Tips
- Traditional Langos use Brynzna/Bryndza cheese, but mature cheddar is a great alternative.
- Fry the Langos fresh to enjoy their best texture and flavor.
- Maintain oil temperature for optimal frying results.
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Hungarian Langos Delight
