Shrimp Scampi with Rice

Name: Shrimp Scampi with Rice
Ingredients: 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 0.25 cup minced shallot; 2 tablespoons minced garlic, divided; 0.5 cup dry white wine; 0.25 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.125 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 0.125 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste; 1.5 pounds shrimp, shelled and deveined; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1.5 cups cooked white rice; 6 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish