How to Cook Shrimp Perfectly in the Instant Pot (in just 1 MINUTE!)

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made at home.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is a lean protein alternative.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne adds heat without the cost of specialty paprika.

Add 2 cups of water to the Instant Pot.

Add salt to the water.

Place 1 pound of frozen shrimp into the Instant Pot.

Close the lid of the Instant Pot.

Set to cook at low pressure for 1 minute.

Wait for the Instant Pot to come to pressure, then cook for 1 minute.

Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of pressure.

Open the lid carefully and drain the shrimp in a colander.

Immediately transfer the shrimp into an ice bath to stop the cooking process.

Serve the shrimp cold with lemon slices and cocktail sauce, or use in pasta, tacos, or as a side dish.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens