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A perfectly cooked microwave baked potato with a fluffy interior and crispy skin.

Microwaved Baked Potato

A quick and easy method to make a fluffy and delicious baked potato in the microwave in about 8 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 1 potato
Course: Side Dish, Snack, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 163
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium russet potato Or similar baking potato
  • 1 towel Paper towel or clean kitchen towel For wrapping the potato
  • Water For rinsing
  • Fork For poking holes in the potato
  • Microwave safe plate For microwaving the potato
  • a tiny bit optional oil For flavoring the skin
  • to taste salt For flavoring

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the potato really well, giving it a good scrub.
  2. Dry the potato, then poke it with a fork about 8 to 12 times all over to prevent steam buildup.
  3. Optional: Rub the skin with a small dab of oil and sprinkle with salt.
Cooking
  1. Put the potato on a microwave-safe plate, placing it in the center.
  2. Microwave on high for 4 minutes.
  3. Flip the potato over and microwave for another 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Check for doneness by squeezing it with an oven mitt or towel; it should give a little.
  5. Rest the potato for 1 to 2 minutes to allow it to steam further.
  6. Slice the potato open and fluff the inside with a fork.

Notes

Microwaving is a fast and energy-efficient way to cook potatoes. You can prepare multiple potatoes at once by adding extra cooking time.