Instant Pot Shrimp Risotto Recipes

INSTANT POT SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Combine the shrimp, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp lemon zest, 1 chopped garlic clove, 1/2 tsp kosher salt - stir it all together so the lemon zest coats the shrimp. Set it aside for 30 minutes to an hour.
• Turn the Instant Pot onto saute mode and add 1 tbsp olive oil. Once the pot reads "hot" on the display screen pour all the shrimp into the pot and saute for 3 minutes, flipping halfway through Remove the shrimp from the pot and set aside. Note: if you are using a full pound of shrimp you will want to saute them in two batches.
• Add 2 sliced shallots and 2 garlic cloves (if you need more olive oil go ahead and add 1 tbsp). Soften/saute for 2 minutes. Add the 1 1/2 cups risotto and stir around the pot for an additional minute.
• Pour the 1/2 cup white wine into the pot and deglaze the bottom by scraping up ALL the browned bits. NOTE: this step is very important to help prevent the dreaded "burn" notice.
• Add the 3 1/2 cups chicken stock, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and 1 tsp salt to the rice mixture.
• Pop the lid on the pot and lock the pressure vent to "seal". Set the pot to cook on pressure mode for 7 minutes. Do a 10 minute natural release, then release any additional pressure with a quick release.
• Move quickly for this step, you want to retain the heat in the pot as much as possible! Have your milk measured, parmesan grated, and asparagus cut.Add the 1/2 cup half & half and 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, give the risotto a stir. Add the chopped asparagus and stir into the hot risotto. Lay the shrimp on top of the risotto. Close the lid (or place just place it on top) for 5-8 minutes, to keep the heat in and soften the asparagus and finish cooking the shrimp.
• Taste the risotto for additional seasoning (salt, pepper, lemon juice, or lemon zest), and serve!

INSTANT POT® SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Heat seafood stock in a microwave-safe container for about 3 minutes on High. Leave in the microwave until ready to use.
• Slice green onions. Separate green and white parts.
• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add garlic and white part of the green onions. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until onion has softened and garlic is fragrant, about 2 1/2 minutes. Add rice and thyme. Saute, stirring occasionally, until rice begins to have a little color, about 3 minutes.
• Pour in wine and cook, stirring, until wine evaporates, about 30 seconds. Stir in the heated seafood stock, making sure contents of the pot move freely. Turn off Saute function.
• Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add shrimp, peas, and reserved green onion tops. Close the lid and allow the shrimp to cook using the Keep Warm function, about 7 minutes. Open lid and check to see if shrimp are done.
• Add grated Parmesan cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon butter, stirring until butter is melted. Serve with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.

INSTANT POT® RISOTTO

Steps:

• Dissolve the chicken bouillon cube in the hot water and set aside.
• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil to the pot. Add onion and cook for 1 minute. Add garlic and rice and stir until each grain of rice is coated with the oil mixture. Cook until rice is slightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Pour in white wine and simmer for about 30 seconds. Stir in chicken broth.
• Turn off Saute function. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 5 to 10 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add butter; stir until risotto is creamy, about 1 minute. Stir in Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese until melted and well combined. Serve sprinkled with parsley.

INSTANT POT® SHRIMP SCAMPI RISOTTO

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function to heat the pot. Add butter and olive oil. Add shallot and garlic to the pot once butter has melted; saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add Arborio rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and mix well. Cancel Saute function.
• Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Allow pressure to naturally release for 25 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes.
• Unlock and remove the lid. Add frozen shrimp and white wine. Do not stir. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Garnish risotto with a squeeze of lemon juice and parsley.

INSTANT POT® SHRIMP RISOTTO WITH PEAS

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function on normal setting according to manufacturer's instructions. Add 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil; stir in shallot and garlic and cook until softened, about 1 minute. Stir in rice and cook until coated and toasted, about 3 minutes. Add wine, scraping and deglazing the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon; cook until wine has evaporated, about 1 minute. Turn off Saute function.
• Stir in chicken broth, clam juice, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, for 5 minutes. Release remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions.
• While pressure is releasing on the pot, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp are opaque, about 3 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid on the Instant Pot®.
• Stir shrimp, peas, Parmesan cheese, and remaining butter into rice mixture. Divide among bowls and serve.

INSTANT POT® CAJUN SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Once the panel reads HOT, add butter, shallot, and garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute more. Add wine and quickly deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Cancel Saute mode.
• Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Select Saute function.
• Stir in shrimp and the remaining 1/2 cup of broth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are opaque, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add parsley. Serve immediately and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning to taste.

INSTANT POT SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Divide the shrimp into two batches. Keep one batch frozen and place the other batch in a bowl of lukewarm water to defrost. You may need to swap the water once it cools down.
• Press the Saute button on the Instant Pot and once hot, add the olive oil and butter to the pot.
• Add onions, celery and salt and cook for 2-3 minutes to soften.
• Add garlic, lemon zest, rice (unwashed) and stir through.
• Press Cancel to stop the Saute process.
• Pour in the 4 cups of stock. Stir through, making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent anything from being stuck.
• Add half of the frozen shrimp on top of the rice, no need to stir.
• Lock the lid and set to pressure cook on HIGH for 5 minutes. Once done, naturally release the pressure for about 2-3 minutes and then do the quick release. Don't leave on natural release for longer than that!
• While the risotto is cooking, pan-fry the defrosted shrimp in a little oil and butter for 2-3 minutes until pink and slightly browned. Season with a little salt. Remove and set aside.
• Add the frozen peas to a bowl with boiling water and allow to defrost. You may need to swap the water once it cools down. Strain and set the peas aside.
• Open the lid. Add butter, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, pepper and defrosted peas and stir through the hot risotto.
• Taste for salt and add more if needed.
• Finish by topping the risotto with pan-fried shrimp and scallions or chives.

INSTANT POT LEMONY SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Set the Instant Pot or other multicooker to Sauté and add 1 tablespoon of the extra virgin olive oil. When the oil is hot add the shrimp and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt. Sauté the shrimp until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes, then transfer to a medium bowl. Press Cancel. Toss the shrimp with the lemon zest and crushed red pepper, if using.
• Set the Instant Pot to Sauté again. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and shallot and cook, stirring frequently, until the shallot begins to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until the rice is translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the broth and another 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir to scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the pot. Lock the lid and set to cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
• When cooking is complete, press Cancel and carefully quick-release the pressure.
• Stir for a minute or two to thicken the risotto, then add the spinach, butter, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, stirring just until the spinach is wilted. Serve topped with the shrimp and their juices.

INSTANT POT® LEMONY SHRIMP RISOTTO

Steps:

• Heat seafood stock in a microwave until hot, about 5 minutes, and leave in the microwave until ready to use.
• Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function; melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add shallot and cook, stirring, about 1 minute. Add rice, thyme sprigs, and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes. Stir in wine and cook until the wine evaporates, about 1 minute, then stir in the hot seafood stock and lemon juice. Stir any browned bits from the bottom of the inner pot into the liquid. Add salt and pepper.
• Turn off Saute function. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 3 to 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
• Remove thyme sprigs and add the shrimp. Close the lid and allow the shrimp to cook on the Keep Warm setting, until the shrimp are pink and firm and starting to curl into a "C" shape, about 7 minutes. Stir in lemon zest, the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the butter is melted. Serve warm.