# Ingredient List:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Rice
04 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (approximately 3/4 cup uncooked)
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
07 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
08 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Garnishes
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Season the shrimp evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter along with olive oil.
03 - Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and oil; sauté for one minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
04 - Place shrimp in a single layer in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
05 - Stir in crushed red pepper flakes if using, then add lemon zest and juice. Add remaining tablespoon of butter and swirl to melt into sauce.
06 - Take the skillet off the heat to finish the sauce.
07 - Divide the cooked rice evenly among four bowls.
08 - Place garlic butter shrimp on top of the rice and spoon sauce over each serving.
09 - Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over each bowl and serve with lemon wedges immediately.
