Cajun Shrimp and Rice (Instant Pot / Slow Cooker) is a spicy Shrimp and Rice recipe. This gets easily prepared in the Instant Pot or in the Slow Cooker .
Put the Instant Pot to Saute mode. Add Butter and Olive Oil. As the Butter melts, add minced Garlic. Allow them to sizzle for 30-seconds. Add a cup of long grain White Rice and the Shrimps. Saute for 4-5 mintues to cook the rice and shrimp.
Add Cajun Seasoning, Tomato Sauce, Hot Sauce and Chopped Jalapenos. Stir well until combined.
Pour Chicken Broth (double the quantity of rice). Stir to combine. Cover with the lid and pressure cook on high for 3 minutes. Quick release the Pressure.
Garnish with lemon juice and chopped Parsley and serve immediately.
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How to cook Cajun Shrimp and Rice in Slow Cooker
Heat Butter and Olive Oil in a Saute Pan.
As the oil shimmers, add the garlic and saute until fragrant
Add the rice and shrimp. Cook for 3-4 minutes over low heat stirring occasionally
Add the Cajun Seasoning, Tomato Sauce, Jalapenos, and Hot Sauce. Toss to combine
Cook over low heat for 2-3 minutes
Transfer to a greased Slow Cooker. Pour Chicken Broth over it and stir to combine. Cover with lid and slow cook on high for 1 hour.
Once cooked, garnish with Lemon Juice, Chopped Cilantro, and Serve immediately.
1 cup of Rice should take 30-45 minutes to cook on high.The ratio of Rice to Chicken Broth is 1:2For Crispier Shrimps, Brown them separately with butter and cajun seasoning and keep them aside. Toss them into the rice right after it gets cooked, then garnish and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Cajun Shrimp and Rice (Instant Pot / Slow Cooker)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1522Calories from Fat 333
% Daily Value*
Fat 37g57%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 0.02g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g
Monounsaturated Fat 22g
Cholesterol 740mg247%
Sodium 4842mg211%
Potassium 3335mg95%
Carbohydrates 189g63%
Fiber 17g71%
Sugar 20g22%
Protein 116g232%
Vitamin A 12251IU245%
Vitamin C 56mg68%
Calcium 494mg49%
Iron 13mg72%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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