Description
A quick method for cooking a fluffy baked potato using a microwave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large russet potato
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash the potato thoroughly under running water.
- Dry the potato completely.
- Pierce the potato skin deeply several times with a fork.
- Rub the skin lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the potato on a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave on high for 5 minutes.
- Carefully turn the potato over.
- Microwave for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until soft when squeezed.
- Let the potato stand for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use a potato around 10-12 ounces.
- Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage and potato size.
- For a crispier skin, finish the potato in a toaster oven after microwaving.
- Prep Time: 2 min
- Cook Time: 8 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0.3
- Saturated Fat: 0.0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3
- Trans Fat: 0.0
- Carbohydrates: 37
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: microwave baked potato, quick potato, easy side dish, russet potato