Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani Recipe
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4.8
18 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
553 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Indian
Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani Recipe
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Shrimp biryani is a spicy, full-flavored Indian dish made with basmati rice, shrimp, tomato, onion and bold spices.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
- 2 dried bay leaves
- 1 black cardamom pod , optional
- 2 green cardamom pods , optional
- 2 cloves
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 star anise
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 large white onion sliced
- 1 tablespoon ginger , minced or grated
- 2 cloves fresh garlic , minced or grated
- 1 large tomato chopped
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ¼ cup plain greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves , chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro , leaves only
- 1 pound large frozen shrimp , peeled
- 2 cups low-sodium seafood broth , or chicken or vegetable or water
- Lime wedges , for garnish
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Instructions
- Rinse the 2 cups basmati rice 3-4 times or until the water runs clear. Cover the rice with water and soak for 15 minutes; drain and set aside.
- Set the instant pot on the sauté function. Add the 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and let it melt. Add the 1 teaspoon whole cumin seeds, 2 dried bay leaves, 1 black cardamom pod, 2 green cardamom pods, 2 cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 star anise, and 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns. Allow to sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Stir in the 1 large white onion sliced and sauté for and additional 4 minutes or until softened.
- Stir in the grated or minced 1 tablespoon ginger and grated or minced 2 cloves fresh garlicand sauté until fragrant. Next, add the 1 large tomato chopped, 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala, ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt, chopped 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, 1 pound large frozen shrimp and 2 cups low-sodium seafood broth.
- Cover with the lid and lock it into place, shutting the vent. Switch from sauté to manual low pressure for 6 minutes.
- Use the quick-release pressure function.
- Open the lid and fluff the biryani, removing the cinnamon stick and star anise, then serve immediately with fresh lime wedges.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
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Notes
- Omit green and black cardamom pods if you do not have them.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
553kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
84g
(28%)
Protein
35g
(70%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
198mg
(66%)
Sodium
802mg
(33%)
Potassium
759mg
(22%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1293IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
172mg
(17%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 553 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 553kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 84g | 28% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 198mg | 66% |
| Sodium | 802mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 759mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1293IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 17% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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18 reviews
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