Steps
- 1.
Viilileipä (Finland): Acts as both leavening agent and flavor base for traditional sourdough-like rye bread
- 2.
Viilipiirakka (Karelia): Provides tangy contrast in savory pastries filled with rice or potatoes
- 3.
Viilijuusto (Sweden): Forms the starter culture for a spreadable fermented cheese similar to quark
The Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation