Glossary V
Deutsch: Essig
Vinegar is an aqueous solution of acetic acid and trace compounds that may include flavorings. Vinegar typically contains 5–8% acetic acid by volume. Usually, the acetic acid is produced by a double fermentation, converting simple sugars to ethanol using yeast, and ethanol to acetic acid by acetic acid bacteria.
Varerdrikke is a Norwegian word for "beverage".
Vrot is the South African term for "rotten/smelly". Vrot is pronounced "frot".
Vajcia is Slovakian word for "eggs".
Voorgerechten is the Dutch for "appetizers" which can be "Warme" (warm) or Koede (cold).
Vert-Pré is the French culinary term referring to a watercress garnish, sometimes including potatoes.