Sauerampfer

sorrel

noun ZOW-er-am-pfer Rare

Usage Note

Sauerampfer is the tangy, lemon-flavoured leafy herb used in soups (Sauerampfersuppe), sauces, and salads. The acidity comes from oxalic acid. A traditional German garden herb experiencing a revival in modern cooking.

Examples

"Eine klassische Sauerampfersuppe wird mit Kartoffeln und Ei gebunden."

Natural Translation

A classic sorrel soup is thickened with potatoes and egg.

Literal Translation

A classic sorrel-soup is with potatoes and egg thickened.

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