As a frequent microwaver, the secret is that anything that has an intact skin or membrane can retain steam if it that skin or membrane has not been punctured first. To keep the potato from exploding, stab it with a fork a few times. Alternatively, peel off some of the eyes. 25 апр. 2020 г.
How do you microwave a potato without it exploding?
Poke the potato with a fork to prevent them from exploding while cooking. The steam created in the potato should have a way to escape, if it doesn't, well, you suffer the consequences.
Why do my potatoes explode in the microwave?
When a potato is cooked in the microwave, the internal water boils and produces steam. Since potatoes have an outer skin, the steam builds up, creating pressure. Eventually, the built up pressure bursts the potato.
Do you poke holes in potatoes before microwaving?
These little holes allow steam to escape while the potato is cooking. Forget to poke, and your potato could end up exploding in your microwave from the pent-up steam.
How do you stop the bottom of a jacket potato going hard in the microwave?
If you're using an older microwave without a revolving plate and find that your potato is developing hard spots before it's cooked all the way through, try rotating it (not just flipping it) a couple times during the cooking process so it cooks evenly all over.
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