INSTANT POT INDIAN SHRIMP BIRYANI

Instant Pot Indian Shrimp Biryani image

The multi-cooker makes this dish an easy clean-up -- the shrimp and spices are first sauteed in the pot, then the rice is cooked using the pressure-cook function. The result is a super-quick, flavor-packed dinner that's perfect for a weeknight.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 cup whole-milk yogurt
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp (16/20), tail on
1 1/4 teaspoons madras curry powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger (from a 1-inch knob)
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon Spanish paprika
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup basmati rice

Steps:

Mix the yogurt with the mint and cilantro in a small bowl until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Toss the shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon of the curry powder, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Turn a 6-quart Instant Pot® to the saute setting (see Cook's Note) and add 4 tablespoons of the butter. When melted, add half of the shrimp and cook, tossing once or twice, until the shrimp are just turning orange and starting to brown but are not completely cooked, 3 to 4 minutes; transfer to a plate. Repeat with the remaining shrimp. Set aside.
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the ginger, turmeric, paprika, garlic and remaining 1 teaspoon curry powder and cook until the garlic and ginger are softened and the spices are fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the rice, 1 1/2 cups water, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper and stir to combine.
Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on high for 3 minutes.
After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for quick release and wait until the quick-release cycle is complete. Being care of any remaining steam, unlock and remove the lid. Add the shrimp to the pot and stir to combine with the rice. Turn the pot to the normal saute setting and put on the lid. Let the shrimp cook until completely opaque throughout, 1 to 2 minutes. Serve in bowls with a dollop of herbed yogurt.

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Destiny Wayman

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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit! My friends and family love the fragrant aroma and delicious taste.

Nurul Islam Sayed

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This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to Indian food. The flavors are mild and the shrimp is cooked perfectly.

Chavis Ross

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I'm not a fan of Indian food, but I loved this dish. The flavors were amazing and the shrimp was cooked perfectly.

Mukta Gurung

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This dish is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.

Mirzagha Mehraliyev

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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to make biryani. I'll definitely be making this again.

Miradi Fakwilu

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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have these ingredients on hand, so I can make this dish anytime I want.

Sk Sarkar

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This dish was a little too salty for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. Next time, I'll use less salt.

JM TV

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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this one definitely fit the bill. The flavors were amazing and the shrimp was cooked perfectly.

Angela Knoblock

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge, and this is a delicious way to use it up.

Jimmy Waziri

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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this dish. The flavors were so well-balanced and the shrimp was cooked perfectly.

Abdullah Saman

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This is the best biryani I've ever had! The shrimp was so tender and juicy, and the rice was perfectly cooked.

Muhammad Qadir Official

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I love the vibrant colors in this dish. It's so appetizing and flavorful.

Elisha Saud

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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm a busy working mom and I don't have a lot of time to cook. This dish is quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.