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Instant Pot Shrimp Paella

Instant Pot Shrimp Paella: Quick, Flavorful One-Pot Delight

Instant Pot Shrimp Paella is a delightful one-pot meal that combines tender shrimp with vibrant rice in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness to the dish.
  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until translucent.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for best results.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-salt.
  • 1.5 cups Long Grain Rice Wash to remove excess starch.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds smoky depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Personalize according to liking.
  • 1 pinch Saffron Threads Imparts unique aroma and color.
For the Seafood & Vegetables
  • 1 pound Fresh Shrimp Cleaned and deveined.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Thawed for even cooking.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Slice thinly for quick cooking.
For Garnishing
  • Cilantro Optional for garnish.
  • Lemon or Lime Wedges Essential for finishing touch!

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by setting your Instant Pot to the sauté mode. Pour in olive oil and allow it to shimmer for about 1 minute.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring frequently for approximately 2 minutes, until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, followed by washed long grain rice, paprika, salt, black pepper, and saffron threads. Stir thoroughly to combine.
  4. Lay the cleaned, deveined shrimp on top of the rice mixture without stirring, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Cancel sauté mode, secure the lid, and set the pressure cooking function to high for 6 minutes.
  6. Once cooking cycle is complete, perform a manual quick release to let steam escape and remove the shrimp.
  7. Stir in thawed peas and sliced red bell pepper, set to sauté mode, and cook for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
  8. Return the cooked shrimp to the pot, gently mix with vegetables, and serve warm with lemon or lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish offers flexibility. Customize with seasonal ingredients or adjust spices to your preference.

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