Blackened Shrimp Stroganoff

You catch the smell through the steam vent and suddenly you are starving. That sharp scent of cajun seasoning sizzling in olive oil teases at your senses. You can almost taste the rich mushroom and shallot aroma building in the kitchen air.

It pulls you in closer, like your very own kitchen calling out. The float valve hisses gently as pressure builds, and you know something good is coming. This recipe kinda like hypnotizes you with its smell.

You grab your spoon ready to scoop up that tender pull of shrimp swimming in the creamy stroganoff sauce. It’s the kinda dinner that hits you deep down and fills you up just right. No fancy gear, just your pressure cooker doing the work with no stress.

Why This Recipe Works Every Single Time

• The shrimp stay juicy because you blacken them first outside the cooker, sealing in flavor. Try out our Mediterranean Shrimp Bowl for another shrimp delight.
• The steam cues and float valve help you know exactly when pressure is right, similar to those in our Garlic Butter Steak & Cheddar Potato Bake.
• Cornstarch thickens the sauce to perfect broth depth without turning it gluey.
• Sour cream adds tangy creaminess, keeping the sauce velvety smooth.
• The sealing ring keeps all that cajun goodness trapped inside for max flavor.
• Mushroom and shallots bring earthy tones that balance the spicy shrimp real good.
• Cooking pasta separately means it never gets mushy or overcooked in the pressure cooker. This is a handy tip from our Creamy Broccoli and Chicken Penne recipe.

All the Pieces for This Meal

• 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined so they cook fast and tender.
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing that shrimp blackened style.
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning giving you that spicy kick you remember.
• 6 ounces fettuccine pasta, which pairs nice and wide with the creamy sauce.
• 1 tablespoon butter to sauté your mushrooms and shallots gently.
• 3 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced for that earthy chewy bite.
• 1 tablespoon chopped shallot adds a sharp little punch.
• ⅔ cup chicken broth making the perfect broth depth in your sauce.
• ½ cup sour cream for the creamy, tangy finish that pulls it all together.

Your Complete Cooking Timeline

First up, in a large skillet on medium-high heat, heat that olive oil. You toss in shrimp coated well with cajun seasoning. Cook ‘em for about 2 to 3 minutes till blackened and just cooked through. Then, pull ‘em out and set aside.

Next, in the same skillet, melt your butter. Toss in mushrooms and chopped shallot. Let ‘em sauté for around 5 to 7 minutes until mushrooms get a nice brown color.

Now, mix your cornstarch with chicken broth in a bowl until smooth. Pour this into the mushroom mix and bring it up to a simmer, stirring like you mean it.

Then, stir in sour cream nice and slow, mixing thoroughly so it all blends into one creamy sauce. Return that blackened shrimp into the skillet, give it a stir, and cook for 2 more minutes to get everything heated through.

While all that’s happening, you’re gonna boil and cook your fettuccine pasta per package instructions. Once it’s tender, drain the water and get it ready to serve.

Lastly, plate your shrimp stroganoff sauce over the pasta. Don’t forget to check your sealing ring and float valve – they helped you nail this.

The whole thing’s done in about 45 minutes without a ton of fuss or extra dishes.

Quick Tricks That Save Your Time

• Buy peeled and deveined shrimp to skip the prep hassle.
• Use pre-sliced mushrooms to cut down on chopping.
• Mix your spice blend ahead so you just grab and season shrimp quickly.
• Cook your pasta while sauce simmers, multitasking like a pro.

The Flavor Experience Waiting for You

When you bite into the shrimp, you get this bold blackened crust that’s smoky and spicy. It sticks with you and makes the dish exciting from the first mouthful.

The creamy stroganoff sauce balances that spice perfectly. The sour cream gives it a light tang, while the sautéed mushrooms bring a deeper earthiness that grounds the whole thing.

Fettuccine noodles soak up the sauce real good without ever feeling soggy. Each forkful holds creamy, spicy, tender shrimp and mushrooms surrounded by sauce that’s velvety smooth.

As you eat, you catch little bursts from the roasted red peppers and capers hiding in the mix, giving a surprise salty bite that keeps you hooked.

Making It Last All Week Long

Letting your blackened shrimp stroganoff cool completely before storing helps keep texture in check. No one wants mushy shrimp the next day.

You can keep this dish in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gentle on low setting with a little splash of chicken broth to loosen the sauce.

If you want to freeze some, store in freezer-safe bags squeezing out air. When ready, defrost in the fridge overnight and reheat slowly on stove or microwave.

For best results, store pasta separately from shrimp stroganoff sauce if you plan to keep it more than a day. That way the noodles don’t get all clumped up or overcooked from sitting in sauce.

The FAQ Section You Actually Need

• Can I use frozen shrimp instead of fresh? Yup, just thaw 'em completely and pat dry so they blacken properly and don’t steam instead.
• What if I don’t have cajun seasoning? Mix paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and a pinch of salt to mimic the flavor kinda close.
• Do I have to cook pasta separately? For this recipe, yes. Adds control and keeps pasta from going mushy in the cooker.
• Can I swap mushrooms for another veggie? Sure, bell peppers or zucchini work, but mushrooms have that earthy feel stroganoff needs.
• Why does the recipe call for two portions of chicken broth? One helps build the sauce’s broth depth with the cornstarch, the other is extra to loosen things up or reheat later.
• How do I know when pressure cooker is ready? Watch the float valve pop up and steam cues release steady – that’s your sign it's sealed and cooking right.

For more quick and flavorful pressure cooker dishes, check out our Creamy Steak Pasta – Ready in 30 Minutes and Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta Copycat recipes that bring layers of taste with ease.