Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp Butter
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped(optional)
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper (5 minutes prep).

2. 2

   Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter melts and begins to sizzle.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes per side until pink and just opaque, then transfer to a plate.

4. 4

   Lower the heat to medium, add the remaining 2 tbsp butter and minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Stir in lemon juice and red pepper flakes, return the shrimp to the pan, and toss to coat for 30 seconds.

6. 6

   Remove from heat, sprinkle with parsley, and serve immediately.