Instant Pot Shrimp Boil

Quick and easyInstant Pot Shrimp Boil recipemade with potatoes, corn, shrimp, sausage, and just a few simple seasonings. If you’re looking for a seafood recipe that can be prepared in 30 minutes, you’ve come to the right place.

Have you ever had Shrimp Boil?Sometimes it’s also called Low Country Boil or Cajun Shrimp Boil, too. I love it! I grew up going to the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama and this was a favorite meal to eat along the coast. Now anytime we leave the desert in search of some ocean waves, I make a point to find a good shrimp boil place.

I loved using my Instant Pot to make shrimp boil because it really helps to infuse the potatoes with lots of flavor, plus, it’s fast and really hands off.The perk of using the Instant Pot is that it’s a set-it-and-forget-it kind of appliance. So now when you are craving a trip to the beach, but are stuck at home, you can have a delicious fun meal to remind you of the sand and surf.

(I think this meal can stand alone but you can always add a side like someMac & CheeseorHush Puppiesto go with it.)

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Instant Pot Shrimp Boil is fun because it’s all spread out on the table or in a big tray and you just pick and eat what you want.
• The Instant Pot allows you to be hands-free and prep the rest of the meal while it works.
• It’s super quick and easy – done in about 30 minutes!

Ingredients

• Mini Potatoes
• Onion
• Chicken or Seafood Stock
• Old Bay Seasoning
• Bay Leaves
• Smoked Sausage
• Deveined Shell-On Shrimp
• Corn
• Lemon
• Butter

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

How to Make Instant Pot Shrimp Boil

Step #1.Place the potatoes and onion in the Instant Pot liner, pour broth over them, and sprinkle with one tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning. Add two bay leaves. Seal pot and set for 4 minutes. When done, quick release the pressure and open the lid.

Step #3.While it is cooking, melt the butter. Stir the remaining Old Bay into it. Slice the lemon. Once the cooking is done, do a quick pressure release again and remove lid.

Step #2.Add the sausage, shrimp, and corn to the Instant Pot. Close the lid, set to sealing, and set for one minute.

Step #4.Dump the contents of the Instant Pot onto a large sheet pan. Squeeze half the lemon over the sheet pan. Serve with the melted butter and lemon wedges.

Expert Tips

• I have also added 1 pound of crab legs to the last cooking time (when you add the shrimp) and it was delicious.
• I found the super small “baby potatoes” packaged together in a bag near the other potatoes in a well-stocked grocery store.You can use any of the varieties of potatoes they might have or that you like. They should be about 1 to 2 inches across.
• Feel free to serve this with hot sauce on the side or add some while cooking if you like a little heat.
• This is a very casual meal– serve with lots of paper towels and enjoy around the table together.

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