Baked sweet potatoes have a fluffy texture and a mildly sweet flavor that is exceptionally addictive. However, sweet potatoes can take nearly an hour to bake in the oven. Luckily you can cut the cooking time to about 5 minutes by making these Microwave Sweet Potatoes. That's right - baked sweet potatoes in under 10 minutes! We also added a zesty yogurt lime sauce, which perfectly complements the sweet potato's sweetness.
Is It Bad To Cook A Sweet Potato In The Microwave?
Some individuals worry that cooking sweet potatoes in the microwave will destroy their nutrients. However, this is a myth. Cooking sweet potatoes in the microwave is not bad. It's good! The USDA asserts that microwaves do not damage the nutrients in food. Microwaving food preserves more water-soluble vitamins, so it is a safe, fast, and healthy way to cook sweet potatoes.
Why Do Sweet Potatoes Catch Fire In The Microwave?
Sweet potatoes can catch fire in the microwave because the cooking time was overestimated or the cooking time was mistakenly altered. Unfortunately, if you cook the sweet potato for a few minutes too long, it could result in a fire leaving you with charred potatoes instead of beautifully baked potatoes. Nevertheless, your sweet potatoes should not catch on fire as long as you follow the instructions.
Do You Need To Poke Holes In Potatoes Before Microwaving?
Yes, you must poke holes in the sweet potatoes before you cook them in the microwave. The holes let steam escape. If you do not pierce the sweet potatoes before you microwave them, they could explode in the microwave because of the accumulation of steam. Not only will it create a giant mess that you will have to clean up, but it's a big disappointment since you will probably have to make something else for dinner.
Ingredients
2 medium Sweet Potatoes
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 cup Vegan Cashew Yogurt
Juice of 1 Lime
3 tablespoons chopped Chives
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
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