overboil

• Etwas zu lange kochen lassen, sodass es überkocht oder zu weich bzw. zerkocht wird.

A verb meaning to boil something for too long, causing it to overflow or become overcooked.

1. Overflow while boilingB2informal

   To boil so vigorously that the liquid spills over the edge of the container.

   Überkochen

   • I left the milk on the stove and it overboiled all over the counter.
   • Be careful not to let the soup overboil when you turn up the heat.
   • The pasta water overboiled because the lid was on too tightly.

   Synonymeboil overbubble over

2. Boil excessivelyB2informal

   To boil something for too long, often resulting in a change of texture or taste.

   Überkochen

   • She overboiled the eggs, so they turned rubbery.
   • If you overboil the vegetables, they will lose all their nutrients.
   • The recipe warns not to overboil the sauce or it will become too thick.