Homemade Lángos is one of Hungary’s most beloved street foods. This traditional Hungarian fried flatbread is made from a soft, yeast-based dough that is stretched by hand and fried until golden, crispy on the outside, and wonderfully fluffy inside.

The most classic version is rubbed with garlic, topped with sour cream and grated cheese, and served hot. Simple, comforting, and incredibly delicious, homemade Lángos is perfect for breakfast, lunch, a snack, or a Hungarian-inspired dinner.

What Is Lángos?

Lángos is a traditional Hungarian flatbread that is deep-fried in oil rather than baked.

The dough is usually made with flour, yeast, warm liquid, salt, and sometimes potatoes. Once fried, it develops a beautifully crisp exterior while remaining soft and airy inside.

In Hungary, Lángos is commonly sold at markets, festivals, food stalls, and beach resorts.

The classic topping combination is:

Garlic + sour cream + grated cheese

But there are countless ways to customize it.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🇭🇺 Authentic Hungarian street-food favorite
• 🧄 Delicious garlic flavor
• 🧀 Creamy sour cream and melted cheese
• ✨ Crispy outside and fluffy inside
• 🍞 Soft yeast dough
• 😋 Perfect comfort food
• 🎉 Great for parties and gatherings
• ⏱️ Simple homemade recipe

Ingredients

For the Dough

• 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) warm water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons sour cream, optional

For Frying

• Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying

Classic Garlic Topping

• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Pinch of salt

Traditional Toppings

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 1/2 cups grated cheese
• Fresh parsley, optional