Step 1

Begin by removing any access moisture from the shrimp. Place them on a plate and pat them with a paper towel or tea towel.

Step 2

Next, heat a large skillet pan over medium heat. Add butter.

Step 3

When butter is melted add garlic and let the garlic sauté for 1 minute.

Step 4

Place shrimp in the pan, but do not crowd the shrimp (two batches may be necessary depending on pan size) and sprinkle with salt.

Step 5

Sauté the shrimp for 2-4 minutes on each side depending on how hot your stove top gets.

Step 6

Remove shrimp from the pan and squeeze fresh lemon over the shrimp before serving.