# What You'll Need:
→ 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 (about 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
# Directions:
01 - Sprinkle shrimp evenly with salt and black pepper.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter with olive oil.
03 - Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
04 - Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
05 - Stir in red pepper flakes if desired, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Add remaining butter tablespoon and swirl until melted.
06 - Take skillet off the heat and prepare for plating.
07 - Divide cooked rice evenly among four bowls.
08 - Place garlic butter shrimp atop rice and spoon sauce over the top.
09 - Sprinkle chopped parsley and add lemon wedges before serving immediately.
