• Gather all your ingredients so that you have everything close at hand on the counter or table.

Prepare the Ingredients

• Thinly slice 4 cloves garlic.
• Using a lemon juicer, squeeze 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice.
• If using fresh herbs, chop 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley with a sharp knife and set aside for later.
• Place 24 oz frozen large shrimp in a large bowl or bucket that has been filled with salted ice water, about 1 tablespoon of salt per quart of water. Allow to set in cold water until shrimp has thawed.

  Remove the shells and devein the shrimp, if necessary. Drain in a colander.

Make the Shrimp Scampi

• Heat 3 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin olive oil in a large skillet or shallow Dutch oven over medium heat.
• Add the sliced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes to the butter, stirring until garlic is golden brown about 1-2 minutes.
• Place the prepared shrimp in the butter and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until the meat turns lightly pink. Add 1/4 cup dry white wine to the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced.
• Remove from heat and sprinkle the shrimp with the freshly squeeze lemon juice. Season with 2 teaspoon dried parsley or chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground peppercorn melange. Serve immediately. Serves 4.