How To Cook A Sweet Potato In The Microwave Easy
Have you been looking for the perfect way to cook sweet potatoes? Look no further! With this fool-proof method, your spuds will come out moist and delicious every single time.
Ingredients
- 1 medium size sweet potato
Instructions
- Start by giving it a thorough rinse and carefully cutting away any tendrils. Afterward, pamper the spud with some fork pricks followed by an indulgent bath in wet paper towel wrapping.
- For the perfect finish, start by cooking in your microwave on High power. Utilize our helpful chart as a guide for timing and then make sure to flip over before you continue with second side of cooking - just like an expert chef!Small (6 to 8 ounces, 2″ thick) --> 2 to 3 minutes per sideMedium (9 to 12 ounces, 2″ thick) --> 3 to 4 minutes per side Large (13 to 16 ounces, 3″ thick) --> 4 to 5 minutes per side Extra large (1 ¼ pound, 3″ thick) --> 6 to 7 minutes per side 2 potatoes: Double the cook time
- Assess the tenderness of your creation by puncturing each side with a fork; be cautious, as it is scorching to touch! If you feel no resistance when inserting into its center, it's finished. Otherwise allow an additional minute or two before retesting.
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Notes
- For even cooking, rotate the potato every couple of minutes while it's in the microwave.
- Test for tenderness before taking it out with a fork or knife - when you feel no resistance, it’s ready to enjoy!
- Let your dish cool off before serving to keep it from burn-5. Let your dish cool off before serving to keep it from burn-ing wrinkly during cooking!