Imagine diving into a fragrant, spice-laden dish that transports you straight to the bustling streets of India, without spending hours in the kitchen. Our Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani is a game-changing recipe that promises restaurant-quality flavor in under 40 minutes! Whether you're a busy home cook craving authentic Indian cuisine or a seafood lover looking to impress your dinner guests, this foolproof recipe will become your new culinary secret weapon.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 2 tsp biryani spice mix
- 4 cups water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse basmati rice thoroughly under cold water until water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, marinate shrimp with yogurt, 1 tsp biryani spice mix, and salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Turn Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add a little oil and sauté sliced onions until golden brown and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped tomatoes and remaining biryani spice mix. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften and release their juices.
- Add rinsed rice to the pot and stir gently to coat with spices and onion-tomato mixture.
- Pour in water and add salt. Stir to combine and ensure rice is evenly distributed.
- Carefully layer marinated shrimp on top of the rice. Do not stir.
- Close Instant Pot lid, set valve to sealing, and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
- Gently fluff rice with a fork and mix shrimp throughout. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with raita or cucumber salad.
Tips
- Rice Matters: Always use long-grain basmati rice and rinse it thoroughly to remove excess starch, ensuring fluffy, separated grains.
- Marination Magic: Don't skip the 10-minute shrimp marination - this step infuses incredible flavor and helps tenderize the seafood.
- Layer, Don't Stir: When adding shrimp to the rice, gently layer it on top without stirring to maintain distinct layers of flavor and texture.
- Natural Pressure Release: Allow a 5-minute natural release to let the rice continue steaming and absorb remaining moisture.
- Fresh is Best: Garnish with fresh cilantro just before serving to add a bright, aromatic finish to your biryani.Pro Tip: Serve with cooling raita or cucumber salad to balance the rich, spicy flavors of the biryani.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 180mg
