Instant Pot Shrimp Broth

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Don't throw out those shrimp shells! Use them to make a rich shrimp broth in the Instant Pot for use in jambalaya, étouffeé, or seafood soup. Shrimp broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Updated on October 11, 2022
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 4 cups shrimp shells from 2 pounds of shrimp

  • 10 baby carrots

  • 1 medium onion, halved and root end removed

  • 1 stalk celery, cut into thirds

  • 2 cloves garlic, halved

  • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 5 cups water

Directions

  1. Combine shrimp shells, carrots, onion, celery, garlic, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Pour in water, then close and lock the lid. Select Manual according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 60 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.

  2. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Release remaining pressure using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  3. Pour liquid through a strainer and discard all solids.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

19 Calories
0g Fat
4g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 19
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 401mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 4mg 5%
Calcium 45mg 3%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 169mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.