15-Minute Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes(optional)
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• to taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.

5. 5

   Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

6. 6

   Stir in the lemon juice and parsley, then return the shrimp to the pan.

7. 7

   Toss the shrimp to coat thoroughly in the sauce and serve immediately.