Ingredients:
- 1.5 lb (680g) Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ tsp (3g) Salt
- ¼ tsp (1g) Black pepper
- ½ tsp (2g) Paprika
- 4 tbsp (57g) Unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves (12g) Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp (4g) Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels to ensure a proper sear.
- Toss the shrimp in a bowl with salt, pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tbsp (28g) of butter; wait until the butter stops foaming and begins to brown.
- Place shrimp in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until mahogany-colored.
- Flip the shrimp and immediately add the minced garlic to the pan.
- Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until shrimp are opaque and garlic is fragrant. The internal temperature should hit 145°F/63°C.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Immediately stir in the remaining 2 tbsp (28g) of cold butter and the lemon juice to emulsify the sauce.
- Stir in the fresh parsley and serve immediately.