Hungarian Fried Bread (Lángos)

Hungarian fried bread, better known as Lángos, is one of Hungary’s most beloved street foods. It is made from a soft yeast dough that is stretched by hand and fried until golden and crisp on the outside while remaining fluffy inside.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• ½ cup warm milk
• Oil, for deep frying

For the Traditional Topping

• 2–3 garlic cloves
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 cup grated cheese
• Salt, to taste