Budapest's Famous Street Food: The Ultimate Garlic Lángos
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Crispy cloud, brushed with garlic
Ingredients
For the Lángos Dough
Instructions
Combine The Flour
In a large bowl, or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Add the instant yeast and mix again.
Pour In The Lukewarm Milk
If using a stand mixer, use the dough hook attachment to knead on low speed for about 5 minutes until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms. If mixing by hand, combine the ingredients with a spoon and then knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes.
Cover The Bowl With A Clean Kitchen Towel
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 45-60 minutes, or until it has doubled in size.
Mix The Crushed Garlic
While the dough is rising, prepare the garlic sauce. In a small bowl, mix the crushed garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
Stir In A Little Water
For a thinner consistency, you can stir in a little water. Set aside to let the flavors infuse.
Turn It Out Onto A Lightly Floured Surface
Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 4 equal pieces.
Roll Each Piece Into A Ball
Roll each piece into a ball, then use your hands or a rolling pin to stretch and flatten each ball into a disc about 7 inches (17-18 cm) in diameter. The edges can be slightly thicker than the center.
Heat About 1-2 Inches Of Frying Oil To 350-365
In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat about 1-2 inches of frying oil to 350-365°F (180-185°C.)
Brown
Carefully place one lángos at a time into the hot oil. Fry for about 1-2 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown.
Remove The Cooked Lángos With Tongs And Place It
Remove the cooked lángos with tongs and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Generously Brush It With The Prepared Garlic Sauce
While the lángos is still hot, generously brush it with the prepared garlic sauce.
Add The Classic Toppings Of Sour Cream And Grated
Serve immediately as is, or add the classic toppings of sour cream and grated cheese for the full Hungarian street food experience.
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