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Nisha Mal & Christopher Harper

The 'vinegar' in fish and chip shops isn't actually vinegar - this is what it actually is

Fish and chips are perhaps one the most British meals that you can buy.

After a hard week at work, sometimes all we want to do is pop down to the local chippy and grab ourselves a large fish and chips with some mushy peas.

But, did you know one condiment widely used by fish and chip shops all across the land actually ISN'T what it would have you believe?

According to the video maker, chippys use something known as a non-brewed condiment -  reports Wales Online.

This is a malt vinegar substitute made with water, acetic acid, flavourings and often a caramel colour.

According to Trading Standards in the UK, it cannot be labelled as vinegar or even put in traditional vinegar bottles if it is being sold or put out on counters in fish-and-chip shops.

The majority of fish and chip shops will use this as a substitute for actual vinegar because it is cheaper to buy.

It also takes less time to make than the real deal and you can buy it in concentrated form.

Non-brewed condiment also has other benefits, like not containing any alcohol - making it a good choice for tee total customers.

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