# Components:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1/4 tsp salt
03 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Rice
04 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (from approximately 3/4 cup uncooked)
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
05 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
07 - 1 tbsp olive oil
08 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
→ Garnishes
10 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Lemon wedges, for serving
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Sprinkle shrimp evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter with olive oil.
03 - Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
04 - Place shrimp in skillet in a single layer; cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
05 - Stir in red pepper flakes if desired, lemon zest, and juice. Add remaining tablespoon of butter and swirl until melted.
06 - Take skillet off heat.
07 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four bowls.
08 - Top rice with garlic butter shrimp and drizzle sauce over.
09 - Sprinkle chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges immediately.
