Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi
Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms your dinner table into a gourmet experience in just under 30 minutes. This recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic and butter, pressure-cooked with white wine and fresh lemon juice, creating a savory sauce that perfectly coats pasta or zoodles. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner for two, this easy-to-follow recipe highlights the essence of coastal cuisine while delivering impressive results effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Coastal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (e.g., Pinot Grigio)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup water or broth
Instructions
- Select the sauté function on your Instant Pot. Melt butter and add minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and simmer for another minute to evaporate the alcohol.
- Add shrimp, salt, pepper, and lemon juice; stir gently to coat.
- Break pasta in half and place it on top of the shrimp mixture without stirring. Pour water or broth over it.
- Close the lid securely and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 3 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, carefully perform a quick release of pressure. Open the lid, serve immediately, drizzling with any remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 220mg