Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ teaspoon salt (2.5 g)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (2.5 g)
  • 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter (57 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (15 g)
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, 1.5 g)
  • Juice of ½ lemon (about 1 tablespoon or 15 ml)

Instructions:

  1. Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Heat the skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Allow it to melt but not brown.
  3. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic, stirring often. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden.
  4. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sauté for 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and opaque.
  5. Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Toss to combine and cook for an additional minute.
  7. Plate the shrimp and drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over the top. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.