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How to Make Instant Pot® Shrimp Scampi Orzo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp scampi is a classic Italian dish that features tender shrimp, cooked in a garlic and buttery sauce, and served over a bed of pasta. This Instant Pot® shrimp scampi orzo recipe puts a convenient and modern twist on the traditional dish. By using a pressure cooker, you can achieve the same delicious flavors and textures in a fraction of the time, making it an ideal weeknight dinner option for busy families or anyone looking to enjoy a quick and easy seafood meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound medium raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 shallot, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ lemon, juiced (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups orzo
  • 2 cups shrimp stock
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped parsley, or to taste (Optional)
  • 4 lemon wedges (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place shrimp in a large bowl and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) on Saute function. Add shallot and saute, stirring, for 1 1/2 minutes. Mix in garlic, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the shallot mixture to the shrimp, stir in lemon juice, and refrigerate.
  • Clean inner pot, return to the Instant Pot®, and select Saute function. Melt butter and stir in orzo. Keep stirring until all the orzo is coated with butter, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add shrimp stock and white wine; stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 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. Place the prepared shrimp in a single layer on top of the orzo.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set timer for 1 minute. 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. Serve warm with fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish.

    • Nutrition

    756 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 172mg
    • Sodium: 729mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 73g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 27mg
    • Calcium: 139mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 522mg

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