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Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Whisk together the flour and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Knead the dough by hand or with a mixer hook for about 5 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 60 minutes or until doubled in size.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Knead the dough by hand or","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal portions. With oiled hands, shape them into balls.","group":"Shaping","title":"Once the dough has risen, punch it down","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (177°C). Take one ball of dough and stretch it out into a circle roughly 6-8 inches wide, keeping the edges slightly thicker than the center.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Carefully place the dough into the hot oil. Fry for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed. Remove and drain on paper towels.","group":"Frying","title":"Carefully place the dough","timerMinutes":4,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"While still hot, rub the surface of the Lángos with a cut garlic clove. Spread a generous amount of sour cream over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.","group":"Serving","title":"While still hot, rub the surface of the Lángos","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, rub the warm bread with the cut side of a garlic clove immediately after frying. Use a high-smoke point oil like sunflower or vegetable oil for frying.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Hungarian"]},"course":["appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["large mixing bowl","heavy-bottomed pan","thermometer","paper towels"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":6,"unit":"piece","note":"makes approximately 6 large flatbreads"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Bring to room temperature before shaping and frying."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Best eaten fresh and hot. If stored, keep without toppings in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in a hot oven or air fryer at 350°F (177°C) for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Flangos_3e4d71fafb%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=4fbca421-bc11-44b0-8374-142073ed3a71","imageAlt":"Traditional Hungarian Lángos — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["hungarian","fried bread","street food","comfort food","garlic","cheese"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Traditional Hungarian Lángos","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:31:57.723Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:31:57.723Z","related":[{"id":"kofola_b1c75f3da4","slug":"homemade-kofola-style-botanical-cola","title":"Homemade Kofola-Style Botanical Cola","description":"A refreshing, caffeine-infused herbal soda with deep notes of caramel, licorice, and citrus, inspired by the iconic Eastern European soft drink.","serves":10,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Czech","Slovak"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fkofola_b1c75f3da4%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=67cc5ce9-b348-424d-9e84-52c009097637","imageAlt":"Homemade Kofola-Style Botanical Cola — recipe cover","tags":["kofola","homemade soda","herbal drink","botanical beverage","eastern europe","cola"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":5},{"id":"limonada_90a60e65ae","slug":"lemonade-limonada","title":"Lemonade (Limonadă)","description":"A refreshing, classic Eastern European style lemonade, perfectly balancing the zesty tartness of fresh lemons with the sweetness of sugar or honey.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":15,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Romanian"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Flimonada_90a60e65ae%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d7c2befe-e072-4487-8949-47985c73775e","imageAlt":"Lemonade (Limonadă) — recipe cover","tags":["lemonade","refreshing","citrus","cold drink","summer"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":4},{"id":"oblozeny_chlebicek_70f14fca7e","slug":"oblozeny-chlebicek-czech-open-faced-sandwiches","title":"Obložený Chlebíček (Czech Open-Faced Sandwiches)","description":"A traditional Eastern European party snack featuring layers of creamy potato salad, folded ham, hard-boiled eggs, and pickles on soft white bread slices.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Czech"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["nut_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Foblozeny_chlebicek_70f14fca7e%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ddf00d82-3108-4d47-8c49-cdfc0ff733ee","imageAlt":"Obložený Chlebíček (Czech Open-Faced Sandwiches) — recipe cover","tags":["czech","open-faced","sandwich","party-food","snack","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":8,"stepCount":5}]}