Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp (57g) unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves (12g) garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp (8g) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
- 1/4 tsp (1g) red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels to ensure a proper sear.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp (14g) of butter in a large stainless steel or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams.
- Add shrimp in a single layer; sear for 2 minutes without moving them until the bottoms are golden.
- Flip the shrimp and sear for 1 minute more.
- Reduce heat to medium. Push the shrimp to the sides of the pan and add the remaining 3 tbsp (43g) of butter to the center.
- Once the butter is melted, stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Toss the shrimp back into the garlic butter and stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Remove from heat immediately once the sauce is glossy and the shrimp are opaque.
- Fold in the fresh parsley just before serving to maintain its color.