The Most Delicious Garlic-Butter Shrimp Scampi

I am a homeschooling mom of 5 and a Pastor's wife. I believe God created food to nourish and heal our bodies. I enjoy finding and creating nutritious, whole food recipes that my family will enjoy.

1 to 1 ½ pounds extra-large U 26/30 shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste

¼ teaspoon baking soda

4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling

3 medium shallots finely diced (about 1 ¼ cups)

5 large cloves garlic minced

Pinch red pepper flakes optional

Freshly ground black pepper

¾ cup dry white wine or dry vermouth

2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest from 1 large lemon

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 large lemon

¼ cup finely chopped parsley leaves

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