How to microwave Yams?

utegirl7, Oct 1, 3:33am
Would anyone have an alternative way of cooking yams as well as yam salads other than boiling them? I found when I boil yams in water the flavour disappeared. Also is it possible to use yams in pickles, chutneys etc?
Look forward to your ideas...thanks!

kay141, Oct 1, 4:48am
I slice mine, place in microwave bowl, ( I used a ring one), dot with butter, grind black pepper. I cover them. The dish has a lid.I do about 3 mins then 1 min bursts until tender. I also do pumpkin and butternut the same, cut into cubes. They should be able to be baked whole like a potato. They would need to be pricked first. I haven't tried that yet. It is on my must try list.

utegirl7, Oct 1, 4:53am
Kay141..thanks!

beaker59, Apr 30, 11:48am
I love them roasted just put them in for the last 40min with the rest of the roast veg.

Edit to add I also cut them into matchsticks and throw into stirfry's and that I have never microwaved them.