Best 2 Instant Pot Peel And Eat Shrimp Recipes

"Instant Pot" peel and eat shrimp is a quick and easy seafood dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. This dish is made with fresh shrimp, a flavorful broth, and a variety of seasonings. The best part about this recipe is that it can be cooked in just a few minutes in an Instant Pot. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT® PEEL-AND-EAT SHRIMP

Instant Pot® Peel-and-Eat Shrimp image

Peel-and-eat shrimp is easy to do on the stovetop but even easier in your Instant Pot®. Not only do you not have to wait for the pot of water to boil, you also don't need a lot of liquid, which means way less seasoning is needed to flavor. Serve with crusty bread if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Seafood Shellfish Shrimp

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup beer
1 pound large raw shell-on shrimp, frozen
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup cocktail sauce, or to taste

Steps:

Pour beer into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Stir in shrimp, butter, and seafood seasoning. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 2 minutes. Allow 10 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. Stir in parsley.
Transfer shrimp to serving plates and serve with cocktail sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 187.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 824.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

PEEL-AND-EAT SHRIMP

Peel-and-Eat Shrimp image

This shrimp appetizer couldn't be easier to make. Simply poach the shrimp in water, then tossed them with butter and Old Bay Seasoning, which provides the spark.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 pounds shell-on large shrimp, shells split up the back and shrimp deveined
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning

Steps:

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook shrimp until opaque throughout, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl. Add butter and Old Bay seasoning and toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 g, Fat 2 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

Tips:

Use fresh, raw shrimp for the best results.
Peel and devein the shrimp before cooking.
Use a large enough Instant Pot to accommodate the shrimp in a single layer.
Add enough water to the Instant Pot to cover the shrimp.
Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
Cook the shrimp on high pressure for 3 minutes.
Quick-release the pressure after cooking.
Transfer the shrimp to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Drain the shrimp and pat them dry before serving.

Conclusion:

Cooking peel-and-eat shrimp in the Instant Pot is a quick and easy way to enjoy this delicious seafood. With just a few simple steps, you can have perfectly cooked shrimp that are tender, juicy, and flavorful. Serve the shrimp with your favorite dipping sauce or as part of a main course or appetizer.