Easy Instant Pot Shrimp and Broccoli Recipe

This Instant Pot Shrimp and Broccoli recipe is a quick and delicious option for a healthy weeknight dinner. Made with succulent shrimp, crisp broccoli florets, and a flavorful sauce, this dish can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The Instant Pot helps to infuse the flavors into the ingredients while ensuring a perfectly cooked meal every time. Serve this shrimp and broccoli over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

1. In the Instant Pot, select the 'Saute' function and heat the vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and saute for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, cornstarch, chicken broth, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
3. Add the shrimp to the Instant Pot and saute for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through.
4. Pour the sauce mixture over the shrimp and stir well to combine.
5. Add the broccoli florets to the Instant Pot and stir to coat them in the sauce.
6. Close the lid of the Instant Pot, set the valve to the 'Sealing' position, and select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' function. Cook on high pressure for 1 minute.
7. Once the cooking time is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure by carefully turning the valve to the 'Venting' position.
8. Open the lid and give the shrimp and broccoli a final stir. Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

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