Regular langos

Langoși Obisnuiti – The Traditional Delight of Transylvania

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total: 50 minutes
Number of servings: 4

I propose a simple and quick recipe to prepare langoși, a delicious specialty from Transylvania and Banat, which perfectly combines the flavor of doughnuts with the texture of pies. This versatile dish can be served with various fillings, and today we will focus on the classic version with cheese. Langoși are an excellent choice for a warm snack, a family meal, or a party with friends.

Ingredients:
- 500 g flour
- 250 ml warm water
- 25 g fresh yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil (plus oil for frying)
- 200 g telemea cheese (or cottage cheese, according to preference)
- Sour cream and garlic sauce (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Activating the yeast: In a small bowl, add 250 ml of warm water, the teaspoon of sugar, and the crumbled fresh yeast. Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes until it becomes frothy. This step is essential to ensure proper fermentation of the dough.

2. Preparing the dough: In a large bowl, sift the flour and add the salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and the two tablespoons of oil. Start mixing with a wooden spoon or with your hands until the ingredients combine. Then, knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth.

3. Proofing: Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl greased with a little oil. Cover with a damp towel and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until it doubles in size.

4. Preparing the filling: While the dough is rising, crumble the telemea cheese with a fork in a bowl. If using cottage cheese, you can add a bit of dill or parsley for extra flavor.

5. Shaping the langoși: After the dough has risen, divide it into 8-10 equal balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a disc about 1 cm thick. Place a tablespoon of cheese in the center of each disc, then fold the edges to form a pie. Make sure the cheese is well sealed inside.

6. Frying: In a deep pan, heat the oil (about 1-2 cm deep). When the oil is hot enough (you can check by throwing in a small piece of dough; if it rises immediately to the surface, it's ready), add the langoși, 2-3 at a time, depending on the size of the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.

7. Serving: Remove the langoși onto an absorbent paper towel to remove excess oil. Serve them warm, alongside sour cream and garlic sauce, for a savory flavor combination.

Possible variations: If you want to experiment, you can add slices of salami or sausage to the filling, or opt for a sweet version by sprinkling powdered sugar on top after frying.

Practical tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough to avoid excessive oil absorption. You can use a cooking thermometer to check the temperature; ideally, it should be between 170-180°C. Langoși can also be served cold, but they are truly delicious when consumed immediately after frying.

Enjoy the flavor of these traditional langoși, which will not only delight your taste buds but will also bring a touch of nostalgia from the beauty of Transylvania!

I dissolved the yeast in some lukewarm water along with a splash of sugar. When it started to foam, I poured it over the flour, which was mixed with a teaspoon of salt. I began to knead (in a mixer). I added the water gradually, kneading further until I liked how the dough looked (it should be kneaded until it pulls away from the sides of the bowl). I let it rise for about 30 minutes. Then I greased my hands with a little oil and shaped the langos, frying them in hot oil, first on one side, then on the other, until they reached the desired color. They weren’t salty enough for my taste, but I sprinkled some salt on top and they were delicious. How I fry them: I leave them on one side until I get the color I like (you can see it on the edges or lift a corner with a fork) and then I flip them. Enjoy your meal! The recipe for regular langos was proposed by MAYA on the forum. Langos can be served plain, or with cheese, sour cream, or garlic sauce.

 Ingredients: 500 g flour, 350 ml warm water, 10 g yeast, a pinch of sugar, 1 teaspoon salt

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