I’m back on my shrimp shit. Ever since I discovered my grocery store’s discount frozen shrimp section—not far from the discount cocktail shrimp enjoyed by my colleague Brianna Wellen—I’ve cycled through blissful weeks of extreme shrimp consumption . This is one of those weeks. Frozen shrimp is mega-nutritious, filling, delicious, and quick to prepare—even if you forget to thaw it. Yes, readers, that’s right: You can cook frozen shrimp without thawing it overnight. All you need is a splash of ice-cold water and an oven with a broiler function.

First, I should note that there are a few different ways to cook shrimp directly from frozen. Boiling seems to be a popular method—but I find that broiling lends itself to a juicier, well-seasoned product. Here’s what you’ll need:

Easy, right? Once you’ve assembled your materials, follow these steps: