Swiss charred

Definition

The overcooked, crispy result of setting your vegetable dehydrator too aggressively and forgetting about it. It's what happens when kitchen equipment meets negligent temperature management.

Example Usage

I left the greens in the dehumidifier for too long and ended up with Swiss charred instead of a nice dried snack.

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