INSTANT POT SHRIMP SCAMPI

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The texture of shrimp cooked in the Instant Pot is such a pleasant surprise: You'd think the shrimp might be tough or mushy, but it's firm, tender, and briny.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     Instant Pot     Shrimp     White Wine     Garlic     Butter     Parsley     Lemon Juice

Yield 4 main course or 8 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lb. jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined
1/4 cup dry white wine
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
6 Tbsp. unsalted butter
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
2 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Special Equipment
An Instant Pot

Steps:

  • Toss shrimp, wine, and garlic in cooker insert; season with salt and pepper. Lock on lid, making sure steam-release valve is in the proper sealed position. Select "Manual" and program for 1 minute at high pressure.
  • As soon as the time has elapsed, turn off cooker, "Quick Release" the steam, and unlock lid. The shrimp should be opaque all the way through. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to a medium bowl, leaving juices behind.
  • Select "Sauté" and simmer liquid until reduced by half, about 6 minutes. Add butter and stir until melted and incorporated and sauce is thick. Return shrimp to pot, add parsley and lemon juice, and toss to combine. Transfer to a platter to serve.

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