{"id":"retes_43aac0f439","slug":"hungarian-apple-retes","title":"Hungarian Apple Rétes","description":"A traditional Eastern European strudel featuring paper-thin, hand-stretched dough wrapped around a juicy filling of tart apples, cinnamon, and toasted breadcrumbs.","serves":8,"time":{"prepMinutes":60,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":90,"activeMinutes":60},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g all-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"extra for dusting","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"250ml warm water","name":"Warm Water","quantity":250,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"lukewarm","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"50ml vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":50,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":3.5,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp vinegar","name":"Vinegar","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"helps dough elasticity","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1kg tart apples (approx 6 pieces)","name":"Apples","quantity":6,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":6,"usUnit":"piece","form":"peeled, cored, and thinly sliced","notes":"Granny Smith or similar tart variety","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"150g granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 tbsp ground cinnamon","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"50g breadcrumbs","name":"Breadcrumbs","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"toasted","notes":"prevents dough from getting soggy","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"100g unsalted butter, melted","name":"Butter","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"melted","notes":"for brushing the layers","group":"Assembly","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, warm water, vegetable oil, and vinegar. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, at least 10 minutes. Divide into two balls, brush with oil, and let rest in a warm place for 30 minutes.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine flour, salt, warm water, vegetable oil, and vinegar","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"While the dough rests, prepare the filling. Toss sliced apples with sugar and cinnamon. In a small pan, lightly toast the breadcrumbs until golden brown.","group":"Filling Preparation","title":"Prepare the filling","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Filling Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Cover a large table with a clean tablecloth and dust generously with flour. Place one dough ball in the center and roll out slightly. Using the backs of your hands, gently stretch the dough from the center outwards until it covers the table and is transparent.","group":"Assembly","title":"Cover a large table","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Trim the thick edges of the dough. Brush the entire surface with melted butter (180°C (356°F) oven preheating should be done now). Sprinkle half of the toasted breadcrumbs over two-thirds of the dough, then spread half of the apple mixture over the breadcrumbs.","group":"Assembly","title":"Trim the thick edges of the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Using the tablecloth, lift the edge of the dough and roll the strudel tightly. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat with the second dough ball. Brush the tops with more melted butter.","group":"Assembly","title":"Using the tablecloth, lift the edge of the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Bake in the preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 30-35 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crisp. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.","group":"Baking","title":"Bake in the preheated oven","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Baking"}],"notes":"Stretching the dough until it is transparent is the secret to an authentic Rétes. Use a large table covered with a clean tablecloth to help with the rolling process.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Hungarian"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["rolling pin","large tablecloth","baking sheet","pastry brush","mixing bowls"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk"],"difficulty":"hard","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"rolls","note":"Each roll serves approximately 4 people"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be made a day in advance and kept in the fridge, but the assembled strudel should be baked immediately to avoid sogginess."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in an oven at 150°C (302°F) for 10 minutes to restore crispness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fretes_43aac0f439%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=03e72331-6d3f-40b6-b01a-2fd8cdee979f","imageAlt":"Hungarian Apple Rétes — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["strudel","pastry","apple","hungarian","traditional","sweet"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Hungarian Apple Rétes","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:39:07.669Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:39:07.669Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_a5ad8ae0d0","slug":"kysil","title":"Kysil","description":"A traditional Ukrainian fruit drink thickened with starch, offering a smooth, velvety texture and vibrant berry flavor.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["dessert","sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_a5ad8ae0d0%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d0b37907-2b48-4d5c-9e4c-f8c226144ba1","imageAlt":"Kysil — recipe cover","tags":["kysil","fruit drink","berry dessert","ukrainian recipe","gluten-free drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"palacinke_aafe8b93f5","slug":"palacinke-eastern-european-crepes","title":"Palačinke (Eastern European Crepes)","description":"Thin, delicate, and versatile Eastern European crepes that can be served sweet with jam or savory with cheese. 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