Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients

1 Stick (1/2 cup) Unsalted Butter

8-10 Garlic Cloves, minced or thinly sliced

1 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

2 Rosemary Sprigs, whole

Juice from 1 Lemon (plus wedges for serving)

1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (adjust to taste)

Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste

1 tsp Dried Herbs (optional, such as oregano or thyme)

Thick-cut, sturdy bread for toasting (Or pasta, if you'd rather.)

Instructions

Prep Shrimp: Pat the shrimp very dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.

Melt Butter: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and melt completely until it begins to foam slightly.

Aromatize: Add the minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and dried herbs. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Add the rosemary sprigs to infuse the butter.

Sear Shrimp: Carefully place shrimp in a single layer in the hot butter. Cook for 2 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and cooked through. Avoid overcooking to keep them tender.

Finish: Stir in the chopped parsley and fresh lemon juice. Toss the shrimp to coat thoroughly in the sauce, then turn off the heat.

Serve: Tuck toasted bread pieces and fresh lemon wedges into the skillet around the shrimp. Serve immediately, using the bread or some pasta to soak up the garlic-butter sauce.