Instant Pot® Shrimp Scampi Orzo

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place shrimp in a large bowl and set aside.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat olive oil in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) on Saute function. Add shallot and saute, stirring, for 1 1/2 minutes. Mix in garlic, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until garlic is fragrant, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add the shallot mixture to the shrimp, stir in lemon juice, and refrigerate.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Clean inner pot, return to the Instant Pot®, and select Saute function. Melt butter and stir in orzo. Keep stirring until all the orzo is coated with butter, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add shrimp stock and white wine; stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Close and lock the lid.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 4 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Place the prepared shrimp in a single layer on top of the orzo.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set timer for 1 minute. Allow 5 to 10 minutes for pressure to build.'}

7. 7

   {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with fresh parsley and lemon slices for garnish.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)