Sweet potatoes are super versatile, healthy, and flavorful, and if you’ve been wondering how to microwave a sweet potato and get it cooked, ready to be put to use, you’ve come to the right place, It actually takes just a few minutes to microwave a sweet potato and transform it into a delicious side or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 Sweet Potatoes
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Olive Oil
- Butter
How To Make Sweet Potatoes in the Microwave
- Wash the sweet potatoes well, and pat them dry.
- Poke holes in the potatoes with the tines of a fork.
- Pour some olive oil over the potatoes and rub it in completely.
- Add salt and pepper to taste to the outside of the potatoes.
- Cook for 5 minutes in the microwave.
- Continue to cook for one minute at a time until the sweet potatoes reach your desired level of doneness.
- Slice open and garnish with butter or your favorite toppings before serving.