Microwave Baked Potato
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Microwave Baked Potato
Description
This recipe starts by thoroughly scrubbing Russet potatoes and piercing them several times to prevent pressure buildup and ensure even cooking. The potatoes are microwaved in intervals on high power until they are soft when pierced with a fork, flipping halfway through to cook all sides evenly. Resting after cooking allows steam to settle inside.
Seasoning with olive oil, salt, and black pepper enhances the skin’s flavor and texture. The potato is then cut open, and its fluffy flesh is fluffed with a fork, ready to be served with typical toppings like butter, sour cream, chives, or cheese. The russet variety is preferred for its high starch content to achieve a soft interior and crisp skin.
Cooking times vary depending on potato size and microwave wattage, so additional short bursts of microwaving may be needed to reach complete tenderness. Piercing the potato is a crucial step to avoid bursting. Soaking potatoes before cooking can remove excess starch, promoting even texture.
Ingredients
- 3 potato Russet preferred
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Scrub the potatoes clean and pierce it several times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes.
- Turn the potatoes over and microwave on high for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through and tender when pierced with a fork. Do this in 1-2 minute intervals to avoid overcooking the potatoes.
- Remove them from the microwave and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Cut open the potatoes and fluff the flesh with a fork.
- Season with salt, pepper and add your desired toppings, such as butter, sour cream, chives, or shredded cheese.
Notes
- Use Russet potatoes for a fluffy interior and crisp skin due to their high starch and low moisture.
- Microwave cooking time varies by potato size and microwave wattage; cook further in 1-2 minute increments if needed.
- Pierce potatoes multiple times with a fork before cooking to allow steam to escape and avoid explosions.
- Soaking potatoes in cold water before microwaving reduces excess starch for more even cooking and better skin texture.
- Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper after cooking to enhance skin flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 206kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 788mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 901mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 6IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 42mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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