Tender shrimp cooked with garlic, lemon, and butter for a vibrant, fast-cooked main dish.
# What You Need:
→ Seafood
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Aromatics
02 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Sauce
04 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
07 - Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
→ Herbs
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
→ To Serve
10 - Cooked pasta, crusty bread, or steamed rice (optional)
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How To Make It:
01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
02 - Warm olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes if using, cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant without browning.
04 - Place shrimp in skillet in a single layer and cook 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
05 - Pour in white wine or broth and lemon juice, scraping pan to release browned bits; simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
06 - Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter, lemon zest, and chopped parsley; toss to coat shrimp thoroughly.
07 - Remove from heat; adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste; serve immediately with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
