Homemade Pork Wontons are a Chinese dumpling made with ground pork, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and wonton wrappers. It’s quick and works well for a family-style appetizer, snack, or easy dinner, since the wontons cook fast once they’re wrapped. Unlike deep-fried takeout wontons, this version uses a simple boil method (with a stepped-boil technique) for tender, perfectly cooked wontons without the mess of frying.
This pork wonton recipe may not be the lowest carb thing you’ll eat, but once in a while, they are delicious. It’s actually fun to make them, especially if you force convince your kids to help.
It’s one of those activities where your hands are busy but you can chat with each other, and find out what’s been going on at school. My son helped me make these, which made him curious to try them as well.
There’s nothing better than a little bonding in the kitchen at the end of a busy day.
Why You’ll Love This Asian Flavor Bomb
- Fast. Make this wonton recipe in under 30 minutes with only a few simple ingredients.
- Easy. Simple enough everyone can help out in the kitchen.
- Versatile. Fill with your favorite ingredients. Make them high in protein or vegetarian . The choice is yours!
- Family friendly. Customize them so that everyone will have a wonton that they will reach for again and again.
What Is The Difference Between Wontons And Dumplings?
Dumplings and Wontons are very similar.
- Wontons - What are wontons? A dough that is always filled with a variety of meats and vegetables.
- Dumplings - What are dumplings? A dough that is sometimes filled with meat and vegetables. Sometimes they are just balls of dough steamed and unfilled.
Do You Cook Wonton Filling First?
No, you will not want to cook your homemade pork wonton filling first. Since there is a small amount of meat filling in this wonton recipe, they cook very quickly.
I have a tried and true method to ensure the filling is safely cooked in the instructions below.
Do You Boil Or Fry Wontons?
That all depends on what kind of wontons you’re making. Many varieties call for boiling, frying, or even steaming to cook.
The Chinese dumplings that many refer to as wontons are generally boiled (like with this recipe) or steamed.
However, there is a variety of wontons that are filled and deep-fried and served as an appetizer with many Asian fusion meals.
What Is Wonton Filling Made Of?
- 1 Pound Ground Pork - The main filling, providing a juicy, flavorful, and tender base for the wontons. Its fat content helps keep the filling moist.
- 1/2 Cup Green Scallions - Add freshness, mild onion flavor, and a bit of crunch that balances the richness of the pork.
- 2 TBSP Minced Ginger - Brings warmth and a slightly spicy, aromatic note that cuts through the richness of the meat.
- 4 Cloves Garlic - Adds savory depth and umami, enhancing the overall flavor of the filling.
- 1 TBSP Soy Sauce - Provides saltiness, umami, and a savory backbone to the mixture. It also helps balance the flavors of the aromatics and pork.
- 1 TBSP Rice Vinegar - Adds a touch of acidity to brighten the filling and balance the fatty pork.
- 1 TBSP Cornstarch - Helps bind the filling together and lock in juices, making the texture more cohesive and tender when cooked.
- 2 tsp Sesame Oil - Adds a nutty, toasty aroma and flavor that elevates the filling and gives it a distinctly Asian character.
- 1/2 tsp Sugar or Other Sweetener Equivalent - Balances the saltiness and acidity, rounding out the flavor profile with a subtle sweetness.
- 1 tsp Salt - Enhances and sharpens all the flavors in the filling.
- 48 Wonton Wrappers - The delicate dough that encases the pork filling, becoming tender yet slightly chewy once boiled, steamed, or fried.
How Do You Make Pork Wontons From Scratch?
- Mix all ingredients except the wonton wrappers together.
- Let the mixture rest for a few minutes.
- Place the meat mixture on each wrapper and shape it into a triangle.
- Press the edges of the wrapper firmly to seal.
- Cover with a damp paper towel.
- Put 2 cups of water into a pan and place 6-8 wontons in at a time.
- When the water comes to a boil, add 1 cup of water to it and let it come to a boil.
- Add another cup of water and let this come to a boil. Once this second cup of water boils, the wontons are ready.
- Take the homemade pork wontons out very gently with a strainer and serve hot with some good quality soy sauce.
Variations
Love pork wontons so much that you want to try more variations of this Chinese wonton recipe ? Make one of these suggestions below. Make sure you chop up any of the proteins finely so that they cook thoroughly and are easier to bite.
- Chicken - Use one pound of ground chicken instead of ground pork.
- Crab - This variation isn’t really Chinese, and you’ll want to deep fry them. For these, use a mixture of softened cream cheese and crab meat, with nothing else added to the filling.
- Shrimp - Use finely diced shrimp.
- Pork Shrimp - Use 1/2 pound ground pork and 1/2 pound fresh shrimp.
- Vegetable - Use shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and minced mushrooms.
What To Serve With Them
These pork wontons can either be the main course , appetizer , or s ide dish , depending on how you wish to serve them.
Here are some of my favorite dishes to serve alongside this pork wonton recipe:
- Instant Pot Rice
- Dan Dan Chicken
- Szechuan Pork Soup
How Long Do Wontons Last?
Cooked wontons can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze cooked wontons for up to 2-3 months. It’s best to cool the cooked wontons before storing them in an airtight container or plastic wrap.
It’s important to use your best judgment when it comes to food safety. If your wontons have an unusual smell, appearance, or texture, it’s best to discard them.
Can You Freeze Pork Wontons?
Pork wontons freeze very well. Use some of my tips and tricks below so you can enjoy them anytime. Freeze them flat on a cookie sheet in the freezer and then add them to a zip-top bag .
How To Reheat Frozen Pork Wontons
- Place water in the inner liner of the Instant Pot .
- Oil the steamer rack and place the steamer rack in the Instant Pot .
- Pile the frozen wontons on the steamer racks.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot at high pressure for 5 minutes.
- When the cook time is complete, release pressure naturally for 5 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
To fold pork wontons (beginner-friendly), place a small spoonful of ground pork wonton filling in the center of a wrapper, wet the edges with water, then fold into a triangle and press out any air so it seals. Next, bring the two corners of the triangle together and pinch to make the classic “nurse cap” shape. Don’t overfill, because that’s the #1 reason wontons burst. The key to how to seal wontons so they don’t open is a snug seal with no trapped air and clean, dry wrapper edges before you moisten and pinch.
If your pork wontons fall apart when boiling, it’s usually because the water is at a rolling boil (too rough for delicate wrappers), the wontons weren’t sealed well, or they were overfilled and burst. Cook wontons at a gentle simmer, in batches so they don’t bang into each other, and make sure you seal the edges with water while pressing out trapped air. Also, check that the wrappers haven’t dried out. Dry, cracking edges won’t seal, which is a common reason homemade wontons open up in the pot.
To know pork wontons are cooked without opening them, watch for the wrapper to turn slightly translucent and for the wontons to float and look plump, then give them an extra 1–2 minutes at a gentle simmer (not a hard boil) to ensure the ground pork wonton filling is cooked through. As a practical rule, once they float, total cook time is usually about 3–5 minutes, depending on wrapper thickness and size. If you’re unsure, test one sacrificial wonton with a thermometer (it should reach 160°F) and then use that timing for the rest.
Want MoreChinese Recipes?
- Low Carb Wontons - all the flavor without the carbs.
- Chicken Congee - delicious rice comfort dish.
- Low Carb Hot and Sour Soup - packed with flavor.
- Char Siu Pork - Chinese BBQ pork recipe.
- Ginger Scallion Fish - Fish made in the Instant Pot .
This Pork wonton recipe is so simple and the perfect family bonding experience in the kitchen. If you love this recipe, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pin to make it again later.
Wonton Recipe | Homemade Pork Wontons
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) ground pork
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 50 g ) Chopped Green Scallions , sliced
- ▢ 2 tablespoons ( 2 tablespoons ) Minced Ginger , grated
- ▢ 4 cloves ( 4 cloves ) Garlic , crushed
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Soy Sauce
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Rice Vinegar
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Cornstarch
- ▢ 2 teaspoons ( 2 teaspoons ) Sesame Oil
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Kosher Salt
- ▢ 48 ( 48 ) wonton wrappers
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except the wonton wrappers together and let rest for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Place 1 teaspoon of the meat mixture on each wrapper and shape into a triangle.
- Press firmly on the sides of the triangle to seal, and then press around the meat filling to seal inside.
- Cover with damp paper towel and form all 48 wontons using all the wrappers in this fashion.
- When you’re ready to cook the wontons, put 2 cups of water into a pan and place 6-8 wontons in at a time.
- When the water comes to a boil, add 1 cup of water to it and let it come to a boil.
- Add another cup of water and let this come to a boil. Once this second cup of water boils, the wonts are ready. Take them out very gently with a strainer and serve hot with some good quality soy sauce.
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Homemade Pork Wontons are a Chinese dumpling made with ground pork, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and wonton wrappers. It’s quick and works well for a family-style appetizer, snack, or easy dinner, since the wontons cook fast once they’re wrapped. Unlike deep-fried takeout wontons, this version uses a simple boil method (with a stepped-boil technique) for tender, perfectly cooked wontons without the mess of frying.
This pork wonton recipe may not be the lowest carb thing you’ll eat, but once in a while, they are delicious. It’s actually fun to make them, especially if you force convince your kids to help.
It’s one of those activities where your hands are busy but you can chat with each other, and find out what’s been going on at school. My son helped me make these, which made him curious to try them as well.
There’s nothing better than a little bonding in the kitchen at the end of a busy day.
Why You’ll Love This Asian Flavor Bomb
- Fast. Make this wonton recipe in under 30 minutes with only a few simple ingredients.
- Easy. Simple enough everyone can help out in the kitchen.
- Versatile. Fill with your favorite ingredients. Make them high in protein or vegetarian . The choice is yours!
- Family friendly. Customize them so that everyone will have a wonton that they will reach for again and again.
What Is The Difference Between Wontons And Dumplings?
Dumplings and Wontons are very similar.
- Wontons - What are wontons? A dough that is always filled with a variety of meats and vegetables.
- Dumplings - What are dumplings? A dough that is sometimes filled with meat and vegetables. Sometimes they are just balls of dough steamed and unfilled.
Do You Cook Wonton Filling First?
No, you will not want to cook your homemade pork wonton filling first. Since there is a small amount of meat filling in this wonton recipe, they cook very quickly.
I have a tried and true method to ensure the filling is safely cooked in the instructions below.
Do You Boil Or Fry Wontons?
That all depends on what kind of wontons you’re making. Many varieties call for boiling, frying, or even steaming to cook.
The Chinese dumplings that many refer to as wontons are generally boiled (like with this recipe) or steamed.
However, there is a variety of wontons that are filled and deep-fried and served as an appetizer with many Asian fusion meals.
What Is Wonton Filling Made Of?
- 1 Pound Ground Pork - The main filling, providing a juicy, flavorful, and tender base for the wontons. Its fat content helps keep the filling moist.
- 1/2 Cup Green Scallions - Add freshness, mild onion flavor, and a bit of crunch that balances the richness of the pork.
- 2 TBSP Minced Ginger - Brings warmth and a slightly spicy, aromatic note that cuts through the richness of the meat.
- 4 Cloves Garlic - Adds savory depth and umami, enhancing the overall flavor of the filling.
- 1 TBSP Soy Sauce - Provides saltiness, umami, and a savory backbone to the mixture. It also helps balance the flavors of the aromatics and pork.
- 1 TBSP Rice Vinegar - Adds a touch of acidity to brighten the filling and balance the fatty pork.
- 1 TBSP Cornstarch - Helps bind the filling together and lock in juices, making the texture more cohesive and tender when cooked.
- 2 tsp Sesame Oil - Adds a nutty, toasty aroma and flavor that elevates the filling and gives it a distinctly Asian character.
- 1/2 tsp Sugar or Other Sweetener Equivalent - Balances the saltiness and acidity, rounding out the flavor profile with a subtle sweetness.
- 1 tsp Salt - Enhances and sharpens all the flavors in the filling.
- 48 Wonton Wrappers - The delicate dough that encases the pork filling, becoming tender yet slightly chewy once boiled, steamed, or fried.
How Do You Make Pork Wontons From Scratch?
- Mix all ingredients except the wonton wrappers together.
- Let the mixture rest for a few minutes.
- Place the meat mixture on each wrapper and shape it into a triangle.
- Press the edges of the wrapper firmly to seal.
- Cover with a damp paper towel.
- Put 2 cups of water into a pan and place 6-8 wontons in at a time.
- When the water comes to a boil, add 1 cup of water to it and let it come to a boil.
- Add another cup of water and let this come to a boil. Once this second cup of water boils, the wontons are ready.
- Take the homemade pork wontons out very gently with a strainer and serve hot with some good quality soy sauce.
Variations
Love pork wontons so much that you want to try more variations of this Chinese wonton recipe ? Make one of these suggestions below. Make sure you chop up any of the proteins finely so that they cook thoroughly and are easier to bite.
- Chicken - Use one pound of ground chicken instead of ground pork.
- Crab - This variation isn’t really Chinese, and you’ll want to deep fry them. For these, use a mixture of softened cream cheese and crab meat, with nothing else added to the filling.
- Shrimp - Use finely diced shrimp.
- Pork Shrimp - Use 1/2 pound ground pork and 1/2 pound fresh shrimp.
- Vegetable - Use shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and minced mushrooms.
What To Serve With Them
These pork wontons can either be the main course , appetizer , or s ide dish , depending on how you wish to serve them.
Here are some of my favorite dishes to serve alongside this pork wonton recipe:
- Instant Pot Rice
- Dan Dan Chicken
- Szechuan Pork Soup
How Long Do Wontons Last?
Cooked wontons can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze cooked wontons for up to 2-3 months. It’s best to cool the cooked wontons before storing them in an airtight container or plastic wrap.
It’s important to use your best judgment when it comes to food safety. If your wontons have an unusual smell, appearance, or texture, it’s best to discard them.
Can You Freeze Pork Wontons?
Pork wontons freeze very well. Use some of my tips and tricks below so you can enjoy them anytime. Freeze them flat on a cookie sheet in the freezer and then add them to a zip-top bag .
How To Reheat Frozen Pork Wontons
- Place water in the inner liner of the Instant Pot .
- Oil the steamer rack and place the steamer rack in the Instant Pot .
- Pile the frozen wontons on the steamer racks.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot at high pressure for 5 minutes.
- When the cook time is complete, release pressure naturally for 5 minutes and then release all remaining pressure.
To fold pork wontons (beginner-friendly), place a small spoonful of ground pork wonton filling in the center of a wrapper, wet the edges with water, then fold into a triangle and press out any air so it seals. Next, bring the two corners of the triangle together and pinch to make the classic “nurse cap” shape. Don’t overfill, because that’s the #1 reason wontons burst. The key to how to seal wontons so they don’t open is a snug seal with no trapped air and clean, dry wrapper edges before you moisten and pinch.
If your pork wontons fall apart when boiling, it’s usually because the water is at a rolling boil (too rough for delicate wrappers), the wontons weren’t sealed well, or they were overfilled and burst. Cook wontons at a gentle simmer, in batches so they don’t bang into each other, and make sure you seal the edges with water while pressing out trapped air. Also, check that the wrappers haven’t dried out. Dry, cracking edges won’t seal, which is a common reason homemade wontons open up in the pot.
To know pork wontons are cooked without opening them, watch for the wrapper to turn slightly translucent and for the wontons to float and look plump, then give them an extra 1–2 minutes at a gentle simmer (not a hard boil) to ensure the ground pork wonton filling is cooked through. As a practical rule, once they float, total cook time is usually about 3–5 minutes, depending on wrapper thickness and size. If you’re unsure, test one sacrificial wonton with a thermometer (it should reach 160°F) and then use that timing for the rest.
Want MoreChinese Recipes?
- Low Carb Wontons - all the flavor without the carbs.
- Chicken Congee - delicious rice comfort dish.
- Low Carb Hot and Sour Soup - packed with flavor.
- Char Siu Pork - Chinese BBQ pork recipe.
- Ginger Scallion Fish - Fish made in the Instant Pot .
This Pork wonton recipe is so simple and the perfect family bonding experience in the kitchen. If you love this recipe, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pin to make it again later.
Wonton Recipe | Homemade Pork Wontons
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) ground pork
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 50 g ) Chopped Green Scallions , sliced
- ▢ 2 tablespoons ( 2 tablespoons ) Minced Ginger , grated
- ▢ 4 cloves ( 4 cloves ) Garlic , crushed
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Soy Sauce
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Rice Vinegar
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Cornstarch
- ▢ 2 teaspoons ( 2 teaspoons ) Sesame Oil
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Kosher Salt
- ▢ 48 ( 48 ) wonton wrappers
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except the wonton wrappers together and let rest for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Place 1 teaspoon of the meat mixture on each wrapper and shape into a triangle.
- Press firmly on the sides of the triangle to seal, and then press around the meat filling to seal inside.
- Cover with damp paper towel and form all 48 wontons using all the wrappers in this fashion.
- When you’re ready to cook the wontons, put 2 cups of water into a pan and place 6-8 wontons in at a time.
- When the water comes to a boil, add 1 cup of water to it and let it come to a boil.
- Add another cup of water and let this come to a boil. Once this second cup of water boils, the wonts are ready. Take them out very gently with a strainer and serve hot with some good quality soy sauce.
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Wonton Recipe | Homemade Pork Wontons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1/2 cup Chopped Green Scallions sliced
- 2 tablespoons Minced Ginger grated
- 4 cloves Garlic crushed
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 48 wonton wrappers
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except the wonton wrappers together and let rest for a few minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Place 1 teaspoon of the meat mixture on each wrapper and shape into a triangle.
- Press firmly on the sides of the triangle to seal, and then press around the meat filling to seal inside.
- Cover with damp paper towel and form all 48 wontons using all the wrappers in this fashion.
- When you’re ready to cook the wontons, put 2 cups of water into a pan and place 6-8 wontons in at a time.
- When the water comes to a boil, add 1 cup of water to it and let it come to a boil.
- Add another cup of water and let this come to a boil. Once this second cup of water boils, the wonts are ready. Take them out very gently with a strainer and serve hot with some good quality soy sauce.
Wonton Recipe | Homemade Pork Wontons https://twosleevers.com/homemade-pork-wontons/
This Instant Pot Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta and olives is one of the most simple recipes you will make in your Instant pot or pressure cooker. Shrimp Saganaki is high protein, low carb, and fast. It’s ready to serve in 20 minutes and can also be cooked on the stovetop or in the oven.
What Makes This Instant Pot Shrimp Soup So Wonderful?
- Fast. This delicious shrimp recipe will be ready in less than 30 minutes .
- Easy. What’s easier than a one-pot Instant Pot meal ?
- Low Carb. Only 5 net carbs per serving, making it a keto friendly dinner option.
- High in protein. Packs 19 grams of protein per serving.
- Delicious. An amazing Greek-inspired recipe your family will love.
As is my way, I threw together things into the pressure cooker and hoped like heck they’d turn into something half way reasonable. But I don’t think I really understood how to eat this dish until we had finished with dinner. I ate it as mostly shrimp with toppings.
We realized later that it was the totally wrong way to approach this dish. Because one of the tastiest parts of this dish is actually the tomato broth.
So you’re better off eating the Shrimp with Tomatoes and Feta it like a soup, with buttered bread to dip into it, or like a thinner stew, or over rice. I also realized it tastes better when a little cooler.
What is Shrimp Saganaki?
Saganaki is a Greek variety of dishes that are cooked in a small frying pan. The most common saganaki is a fried cheese appetizer. For this recipe, I have adapted this recipe so you can quickly and easily make it in the Instant Pot, but I also include stovetop instructions further down.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Butter
- Garlic
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Onions
- Canned Tomatoes
- Dried Oregano
- Kosher Salt
- Frozen Raw Shrimp
- crumbled feta cheese
- sliced black olives
- Chopped Parsley
How To Make Shrimp Saganaki
- Sauté. Place butter, garlic and red pepper flakes to your Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker
- Cook. Pour in remaining ingredients and cook at low pressure for 1 minutes, QPR
- Add. Mix in feta cheese, parsley and olives and serve.
Stovetop Instructions
If you don’t have an Instant Pot , you can also make this recipe in the more traditional way on the stovetop.
- Add. Heat a 10-inch saucepan and when it’s hot, add the butter. To the melted butter add garlic and red pepper flakes. Let this sizzle for 10-15 seconds
- Mix in. Add onions, tomato paste, oregano, salt, pepper, and water. Mix until you the tomato paste has dissolved. Cover the skillet and let the sauce cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Cook and Serve. Stir in shrimp, feta cheese, and olives. Cook until the shrimp are cooked through for about 2-3 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Variations on this Instant Pot Shrimp
- Bake it. I’ve provided pressure cooker directions. But, you could also bake this. I think baked shrimp with tomatoes, olive and feta would be amazing during the cooler months.
- Change up the herbs . I used oregano but you could use a greek seasoning blend, or an italian seasoning blend or even a cajun seasoning blend to add a variety of flavors.
- Make it Keto. This is traditionally a lighter shrimp recipe, but if you want to make it more hearty, or increase the fat content for keto, add 3/4 cup of heavy whipping cream to finish. Please note, this will change the nutrition values listed below.
If you are cooking this shrimp recipe in the Instant Pot, then it is best to use frozen shrimp. If you use fresh shrimp it can overcook and become chewy in texture. When cooking this on the stovetop, use fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp that is fully defrosted.
As with most soups and stews, this stores really well. Let the soup cool to room temperature then transfer it to an airtight container. It will keep in the fridge for 3 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Frozen saganaki should be defrosted in the fridge overnight. Reheat it on the stovetop, but very gently as you don’t want to overcook the shrimp.
I like to enjoy this like a soup, just on its own or with some French bread for dipping. You can also serve it over rice, cauliflower rice, or even mashed potatoes like a stew.
Make Ahead and Storage Tips
I wouldn’t suggest making this dish ahead of time. And to be honest, even if you’re on a time crunch, you can still make this amazing Saganaki recipe for a quick and easy meal. Twenty-two minutes is all you need from start to finish.
The portions for this recipe are rather small, so the odds of having leftovers if you’re cooking for more than 2 are unlikely.
However, we here at Twosleevers understand small portions are sometimes necessary and you may need to carry these amazing flavors over to another day. If that is the case, try to enjoy what you have left within 2-3 days of making it. The longer the shrimp sits in the tomato sauce, the more the texture will change.
To Reheat
Throw any remaining Shrimp Saganaki in a skillet and cook over low/medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp is warmed through.
As soon as the shrimp are warm, remove the leftovers from the pan and place them in a serving dish. Leaving shrimp in the hot pan will result in something overcooked and rubbery.
Sprinkle a little extra feta cheese over the top to finish this dish as beautiful as the day you made it.
More Easy Shrimp Recipes
- Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp
- Easy Shrimp Scampi
- Keto Shrimp and Grits
- Air Fryer Shrimp Fried Rice
- Cajun Shrimp and Sausage
- Bang Bang Shrimp
- Low Carb Shrimp and Coconut Milk
- Creamy Spicy Shrimp
This is a wonderful, light supper with a fresh summer taste. The cheese and olives give it a tang and some rich umami taste.
I think the trick with this Instant Pot Shrimp dish is to put the cheese in when the broth is hot so it melts/warms, and then let it sit for a few minutes before serving it. That thickens up the stock and makes it very tasty.
So, if you love this Instant Pot Shrimp recipe as much as I do, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try it too.
Instant Pot Shrimp | Greek Shrimp Saganaki
Ingredients
Cook Together
- ▢ 2 tablespoons ( 2 tablespoons ) Butter
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Garlic
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon ( 0.5 teaspoon ) Red Pepper Flakes , adjust to taste
- ▢ 1.5 cups ( 32 g ) onions, chopped
- ▢ 1 14.5-oz ( 1 14.5-oz ) Canned Tomatoes
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Dried Oregano
- ▢ 1 teaspoons ( 1 teaspoons ) Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) Frozen Raw Shrimp , 21-25 count, shelled
Add after cooking
- ▢ 1 cup ( 150 g ) crumbled feta cheese
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 67.5 g ) sliced black olives
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 15 g ) Chopped Parsley
Instructions
For the Instant Pot
- Turn your Instant Pot or Pressure cooker to Sauté and once it is hot, add the butter. Let it melt a little and then add garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Add in onions, tomatoes, oregano and salt.
- Pour in the frozen shrimp.
- Set your Instant pot to LOW pressure 1 minute.
- Once the pot is done cooking, release all pressure immediately.
- Mix in the shrimp with the rest of the lovely tomato broth.
- Allow it to cool slightly. Right before serving, sprinkle the feta cheese, olives, and parsley.
- This dish makes a soupy broth, so it’s great for dipping buttered french bread into, or eat over rice, or riced cauliflower.
Stove Top Instructions
Heat a 10-inch saucepan and when it’s hot, add the butter. To the melted butter add garlic and red pepper flakes. Let this sizzle for 10-15 seconds.
Add onions, tomato paste, oregano, salt, pepper, and water. Mix until you the tomato paste has dissolved. Cover the skillet and let the sauce cook for 3-4 minutes.
Stir in shrimp, feta cheese, and olives. Cook until the shrimp are cooked through for about 2-3 minutes. Garnish with parsley and serve.
French Bread & Butter
Rice
Riced Cauliflower
Eat plain.
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