The baked potato is not only a staple at South African mealtimes but also a highly versatile food that can be jazzed up or down to satisfy your cravings. It can be enjoyed as a side dish or take centre stage as a hero dish; it all comes down to preparation.
This is precisely where the powerful and innovative LG NeoChef plays a role in transforming how you prepare baked potatoes. It simplifies the entire process, and its Smart Inverter ensures more consistent and even cooking, meaning that your potatoes will be nice and soft throughout without any hassle. Plus, this microwave distributes heat to warm food 1.5 times faster than conventional microwaves and has a capacity of 56 litres to cook more potatoes simultaneously. The best part? It cleans itself! The EasyClean feature removes 99.99% of bacteria, making it a much healthier option for everyone in the home.
With such an impressive appliance, you might wonder how to start cooking a delicious baked potato using the NeoChef. But before we get into that, let’s prep the veggies first.
Pick and prepare the potatoes
You’ll first want to pick the perfect potato. All vary in texture and colour and can behave differently when cooked, so selecting the best potato is crucial from the get-go. South Africa has seven varieties: russet, red, white, yellow, blue/purple, fingerling, and petite. You know your tastebuds best, so pick a few nice, juicy ones and use a clean brush to scrub them down with water. Alternatively, soak them in cold water before cleaning them to loosen up the dirt and make cleaning them more manageable.
Once the potatoes have been cleaned, rub a little olive oil over each and season with salt and pepper before transferring them into a microwave-safe bowl. Keeping ingredients simple will enhance the authentic flavours of the veggie.
Achieving the perfect baked potato with the NeoChef
The LG NeoChef offers two super convenient ways to cook potatoes: auto and manual. Let’s take a look at how each function works.
Auto Cook
1. Wash potatoes and dry with a paper towel.
2. Pierce each potato eight times with a fork.
3. Place potatoes on a paper towel in the microwave oven.
4. After cooking, let stand for three minutes.
Manual Cook
1. Wash potatoes and dry with a paper towel.
2. Pierce each potato eight times with a fork.
3. Place the potatoes on a paper towel in the oven. Microwave on 1000 W for seven minutes, checking the potatoes every three minutes.
4. After cooking, let stand for three minutes.
As professional chefs would say, we eat with our eyes. So, once you’re done cooking the spuds, grab a plate and present your cooked potatoes by cutting them open across the top, sprinkling on some cheddar cheese, cooked bacon, and green onions for a deliciously creamy, crispy dish.
The LG NeoChef microwave is not only powerful; it’s a versatile appliance that is sure to make cooking the perfect baked potato quick and easy. With its sleek design, large capacity, and advanced features, it’s a great addition to any kitchen. Try it today and experiment with different fillings to create your own personalised baked potato masterpiece.