Ingredients:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Note: This is the most important step for a golden crust.
  2. Toss the shrimp in a bowl with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter over medium high heat until the butter foams and sizzles.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 minutes per side until they are opaque pink with a golden crust.
  5. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set them aside on a plate.
  6. Lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining 3 tbsp butter, 4 cloves minced garlic, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
  7. Sauté for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not brown.
  8. Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 1 tbsp lemon zest.
  9. Return the shrimp to the pan, tossing for 30 seconds until they are glazed in the sauce.
  10. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.