Sizzling Garlic Butter Shrimp in Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients:

1 lb large shrimp, shell-on or peeled (deveined)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions:

Prep the Shrimp:

Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
If using shell-on shrimp, keep the tail on for extra flavor and presentation. Otherwise, use peeled and deveined shrimp for easier eating.
Heat the Skillet:

SEE NEXT