Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
• 1 pound shrimp (large or jumbo, shelled)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 6 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the shrimp turn pink on the first side. Season with salt. Flip over and cook for another 2 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for about 30 seconds, or until aromatic. Do not burn.

3. 3

   Stir in the remaining butter, lemon juice, and parsley. Turn off the heat. Serve immediately.