How, (and how long) do I steam a russet potato (rather then baking it)?
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I have not tried steaming potatoes as yet so I rally do not know but you just gave me a great idea for my korean potatoes.
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Idaho potatoes don't steam well at all because of their high starch content. I'd use red or true sweet potatoes. But for that type of potato I'd cut them into no less than 10 pieces. Steam for a minimum of 20 minutes using very little ventilation. (watch the steam water levels always) G
1525075
Absolutely. I prick holes in each potato with a fork,rub the outside with a dab of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 60 minutes or until cooked through.
1766913
Forget the bag! Sorry...better off getting a nice crisp skin on the potato re the oven at 400 degrees, and a nice fluffy potato interior. What a waste of money with the bag, I know, I bought one.
2037679
Not advised. I tried & burned the bag. cook 3 1/2 minutes. Remove & toss potatoes a little check doneness then cook additional time as needed. Just not over 4 minutes at a time. I have much success this way. Good luck.
1509086
Works with boiled potatoes. First slice the potatoes as thick as the cube will be, then run through machine.
634630
The hotter the water, the faster they will reconstitute. I usually add 1 cup potatoes to 1 cup cold water and microwave it for 2 minutes. The let stand for about 15 minutes. Drain and cook!
1622339
This cooker is not a steamer. But I use it as a double boiler when cooking things like instant potatoes or other items that burn easy. Just place about 1/2 gallon of water in the bottom pan, and the liquid (milk & water) in the top pan then when this mixture reaches about 150 degrees mix in the potatoes blend well add butter, cream, salt, whatever you want. turn the control to warm. then serve.the Mfg doesn't recommend placing water in the bottom pan, but I've been doing so for years with good results. Hope this helps you.
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The structure of the steamer is like a double boiler steamer that you use on the stove-top. You get four parts to your unit: 1) The bottom "pan" is where you put just an INCH of water. The idea is to get this small amount of water boiling. I start with hot tap water to get things rolling faster. 2) The insert "pan" (just a bit smaller than the water holding pan) has holes through the bottom so the steam can get through to do the cooking. 3) There is an insert "shelf" for the pan with the holes, so that you can put two layers of veggies in--say potatoes in the bottom and something that needs less heat or cooking time on the shelf. One thing that I do all the time is put veggies in the bottom and poach a salmon fillet on the shelf. 4) The fourth piece is the lid. All in all, this is a great item. I eat steamed veggies from it all the time and they cook in less than half the time that a steamer on the stove does. Cut up potatoes or broccoli cooks in 4-6 minutes. Frozen peas are ready in a minute (the water has to get boiling to make steam!) Of course time increases with the amount of stuff you load in! Mine are single servings. If you are cooking for a family, just do it in a stove-top steamer! PS: Cleans with a quick rinse under the tap. Just the thing for a busy single person like me!
873271
You don't need any liquid the steam from the bag produces all the moisture you need. At times I have par boiled small whole potatoes.
2071559
yes, select a potatoe to fit the wave, make a slice about 1/8 to 1/4 deep across the top of the potatoe, add a tablespoon of water, cook in micro-wave starting at two minutes, test for doneness, if two minutes does'nt suit then cook in increments of one minute. You will soon find out how long to cook to satisfaction. When through cooking press potatoe open and serve with butter and sour cream if desired right in the wave. Bon appetite
1907512
I boil 2/3 cup water with some butter and then mix in 1/3 cup of the potatoes and let stand about a minutes. They do not need anything else, and they taste great. There is just enough for one delicious serving.Sometimes I'll make the 2/3 cup liquid a mixture of milk and water (using a little powdered milk), and it tastes a little bit richer. But, either way, it tastes the same as real potatoes!
884773
I think either would work, but I've only ever used the smaller diameter one. My potatoes were russets and they were thoroughly cooked.
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We are using the same setting and time as is recommended by the manufacturer for cooking loose potatoes (no bag). That is 4 minutes on high for two medium sized. Our microwave is rated at 1000 watts on the high setting. Many smaller MW's are 750 watts and it would take longer. Also, we wash them and leave wet not damp...more steam.
1670007
No. You really don't need a recipe. Just microwave the potatoes in the glove. They come out just like baked potatoes but in a much shorter time. Potatoes can be microwaved without the glove but the product is less moist. Be sure to turn over as they direct, half way thru the cook time.
168404
I haven't tried that. I suppose you could if the potatoes were extremely done, maybe overcooked.
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If you send me address, I'll send you a steamer with instructions. I received a few for free, more than I ca use. Short instruction is lift handle and turn and pull out to reveal hole. Use mini scooper and place 3 scoops of salt and use container and fill with water once. Place handle back, plug in. Will start to steam, wait 10 second before use. Will garmet hung and steamer upright, use back and forth motion lightly on clothing to remove wrinkles. Hold steamer with cloth to refill with water as needed, but unplug steamer from handle first. After use, be sure to rinse out steamer thoroughly, shake side to side. Water may be brown, this is normal. This is important. Kevin If you send me address, I'll send you a steamer with instructions. I received a few for free, more than I ca use. Short instruction is lift handle and turn and pull out to reveal hole. Use mini scooper and place 3 scoops of salt and use container and fill with water once. Place handle back, plug in. Will start to steam, wait 10 second before use. Will garmet hung and steamer upright, use back and forth motion lightly on clothing to remove wrinkles. Hold steamer with cloth to refill with water as needed, but unplug steamer from handle first. After use, be sure to rinse out steamer... » Read More If you send me address, I'll send you a steamer with instructions. I received a few for free, more than I ca use. Short instruction is lift handle and turn and pull out to reveal hole. Use mini scooper and place 3 scoops of salt and use container and fill with water once. Place handle back, plug in. Will start to steam, wait 10 second before use. Will garmet hung and steamer upright, use back and forth motion lightly on clothing to remove wrinkles. Hold steamer with cloth to refill with water as needed, but unplug steamer from handle first. After use, be sure to rinse out steamer thoroughly, shake side to side. Water may be brown, this is normal. This is important. Kevin « Show Less
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Bring the water to just beginning to boil. Not a rolling boil, just when you see the beginning of the bubbles. I also use a tad bit less water than the instructions say and just press the potatoes down into it, then I cover the container with something to let it stay hot while they soften in the water. Love these! You reminded me that I need to order some. Thanks! Enjoy! :o)