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Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani Recipe

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This Instant Pot Shrimp Biryani is a fragrant one-pot meal packed with basmati rice, tender shrimp, warm spices, and potatoes. It comes together quickly for a flavorful and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long grain basmati rice
  • 2 cups water (for soaking)
  • 1 tablespoon ghee
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 10 black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 tablespoon ginger (grated)
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic (grated)
  • 1 tomato (diced)
  • 1 russet potato (cubed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 pound extra large pre-peeled shrimp
  • 2 cups water (for cooking)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse and soak the basmati rice in water for 20 minutes. Drain the rice after soaking.
  2. Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté mode and heat the ghee. Add cumin seeds, black peppercorns, and bay leaves. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced onions and cook, covered with a glass lid if available, for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent and lightly golden.
  4. Stir in ginger, garlic, tomatoes, potatoes, turmeric, Kashmiri red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Add shrimp, drained rice, and 2 cups of water. Stir gently, ensuring the rice is submerged in the liquid.
  6. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure valve to sealing. Pressure cook on low pressure for 4 minutes, then allow a 3-minute natural pressure release before opening the lid.
  7. Fluff gently, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with raita and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Frozen shrimp can be used directly without thawing.
  • For extra spice, add sliced green chilies along with the tomatoes.
  • Use aged basmati rice for the best fluffy texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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