15-Minute Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Dry white wine(optional)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes(optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 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 with the olive oil over medium-high heat.

3. 3

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

4. 4

   Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Pour in the white wine (or chicken broth) and lemon juice. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.

6. 6

   Return the shrimp to the pan, toss with the sauce and fresh parsley, and serve immediately over pasta or with crusty bread.