Instant Pot Cajun Shrimp Boil
Instant Pot Cajun Shrimp Boil
Instant Pot Cajun Shrimp Boil is a classic Southern dish featuring shrimp, potatoes, corn, and sausage cooked with Cajun seasonings. A flavorful and festive meal perfect for gatherings.
Nutrition
Calories: 350cal
Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 900mg
Difficulty Level: easy
15 min Prep
15 min Cook
30 min Total
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound (450g) baby potatoes, halved
- 2 ears of corn, cut into thirds
- 1/2 pound (225g) smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups (960ml) chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Cajun seasoning
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Add the baby potatoes, corn, sausage, onion, garlic, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, and lemon slices to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ mode for 5 minutes.
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Open the lid and add the shrimp. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ mode for 2 minutes.
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Open the lid and stir the shrimp boil. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- Tip: Serve with melted butter or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.