Shrimp Biryani Using Instant Pot

How to Prepare Shrimp Biryani using Instant Pot

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Hello Foodies,

       This instant pot version of the biryani recipe calls for just the right amount of water that magically cooks down to create a soft and delicious biryani (no draining necessary!). Shrimp Biryani in which basmati rice and shrimps are coated in the Indian masalas (spices), tempered with cumin seeds, curry leaves and khada masala(dry spices) and garnished with cashews, mint and coriander leaves. This is a quick 20-minute meal that you will make again and again. We started our week off with this amazing Shrimp Biryani. It is easy to make, and the flavor is incredible. This blend of masalas coats the shrimp and basmati rice perfectly and creates such a flavorful meal.
          Shrimps are primarily made of protein and contain very little fat and carbohydrates. Moreover, they are also low in calories.

•  Course : Main Course
•  Cuisine : Indian
•  Prep Time : 15 Minutes
•  Cook Time : 20 Minutes
•  Total Time : 35 Minutes.
• Servings: 8

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Each Serving of Shrimp Biryani: 260 Cal.
 Dietary Comment: Gluten-Free, High Protein.

Ingredients :

1. Shrimp 1 cup
2. Basmati Rice 2 cups
3. Onions 2 small, chopped
4. Tomato 1, chopped
5. Ginger garlic paste 1 tbsp
6. Green chili 1 strip, minced
7. Curry leaves 10-12
8. Cumin seeds 1 tsp
9. Cinnamon 1 small piece
   
10. Cardamom 3 pods
11. Black peppercorn 5-6
12. Cloves 3
13. Bay leaf 1
14. Red chili powder 1 tbsp
15. Garam masala / Goda Masala 1 Tsp
16. Coriander powder 1 Tsp
17. Turmeric powder 1 Tsp
18. Salt 2 Tsp
19. Coriander leaves/ Cilantro ¼ cup, chopped
20. Mint leaves ¼ cup, chopped
    
21. Ghee / veg.oil 2 tbsp
22. Cashews 1 tbsp (optional)
23. Water 1 ½ cup

Instructions :

1. Soak the basmati rice in cold water for 30 minutes.
2. Turn on instant pot and press sauté function, add ghee and once it melts, add cumin seeds, curry leaves, cardamom, cloves,

   

   peppercorn, cinnamon, bay leaf, let it splutter and add sliced onions.
3. Stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the onions become golden brown.
4. Add green chili, ginger garlic paste, stir and add tomato, and cook until the tomato begins to break down.
5. Meanwhile, add red chili powder, garam masala (goda masala), coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, cashews, half of cilantro, mint leaves and saute.
6. Add shrimp, basmati rice, and water 1 ½ cup and stir it

   

   nicely.
7. Close the lid, place vent to the sealing position and cook for 6 minutes at high pressure.
8. Naturally release pressure for 10 minutes, then open the valve to release any remaining pressure, garnish with cilantro, mint leaves.
9. Tadaa, flavorsome shrimp biryani is ready to serve. Enjoy!!!

Dietary Comment :
Based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Per serving contains 260 calories, along with carbohydrates - 44.06 g, dietary fibers - 2.23 g, fats - 4.13 g, proteins - 10.2 g.

Health Benefits of Shrimp Biryani :

1. Shrimps are primarily made of protein and contain very little fat and carbohydrates.
2. They are low in calorie.
3. High Protein: Shrimp is one of the highest protein suppliers. Protein plays an essential role in our diet. It is made of amino acids, which are the building blocks of our muscles.
4. Weight loss: Diets with high levels of protein have been known to be effective in reducing weight and shrimp has been one of the leading contenders in weight loss, since it provides high protein content. 

Good Time To Eat :
             It's good to eat shrimp biryani for lunch or Brunch.

Eat Healthy, Stay Healthy!!!