Instant Pot Cajun Shrimp Risotto
Description
This Instant Pot risotto incorporates shrimp, shallots, and Cajun seasoning to make a terrific side dish or a light main course in very little time.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 small shallot, minced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3/4 cup Arborio rice
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2 tablespoons dry white wine (such as Chardonnay)
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2 cups chicken broth, divided
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 pound frozen medium shrimp - thawed, shelled, and deveined
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1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
Directions
1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Once the panel reads HOT, add butter, shallot, and garlic. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute more. Add wine and quickly deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Cancel Saute mode.
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Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Select Saute function.
4
Stir in shrimp and the remaining 1/2 cup of broth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are opaque, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add parsley. Serve immediately and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning to taste.