overcure
/ˌoʊvərˈkjʊr/
verb
- To cure (food, especially meat or fish) for too long, resulting in an overly dry, hard, or less flavorful product.
- The chef warned us not to overcure the salmon, or it would lose its delicate texture.
- They accidentally overcured the ham, making it almost inedible.
- If you overcure the bacon, it will become too salty and tough.
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