Cooking sweet potatoes in just a few minutes can be achieved through microwaving. Here's a quick and easy method to cook sweet potatoes in the microwave:
Ingredients:
- 1 to 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes
Instructions:
Wash the sweet potatoes: Rinse the sweet potatoes under cold water and scrub them gently to remove any dirt.
Poke holes: Use a fork to poke several holes around each sweet potato. These holes will allow steam to escape during the microwaving process.
Microwave the sweet potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes on a microwave-safe plate or dish. Microwave them on high power for 5 minutes.
Check for doneness: After 5 minutes, carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the microwave. They should be partially cooked at this point. If they are still firm in the center, you can continue microwaving them in 1-minute increments until they are fully tender. The total cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of the sweet potatoes.
Let them rest: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked to your desired level of tenderness, let them rest for a minute or two before handling them, as they will be hot.
Serve: Once they have cooled slightly, slice the sweet potatoes open, and they are ready to be served. You can enjoy them as is or add toppings like butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
Microwaving sweet potatoes is a convenient and time-saving way to enjoy this nutritious and delicious vegetable. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time based on the size and power of your microwave to ensure they are perfectly cooked.