Let me tell you why I chose this fucking recipe. Shrimp is the perfect protein - quick to cook, succulent, and a goddamn taste sensation when done right. But let me be clear - if you need a step-by-step guide on how to cook shrimp, maybe you should stick to making a fucking PB&J instead.

• 1 pound of fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (if you buy pre-cooked shrimp, I hope you step on a goddamn Lego)
• 4 tablespoons of butter (unsalted, because salted butter is for amateurs)
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced (if you use garlic powder, I will find you and I will scream)
• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (if you can't handle the heat, get out of the motherfucking kitchen)
• Salt and pepper (don't be stingy, season that shit)
• 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped (none of that dried parsley bullshit)
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (freshly squeezed, none of that bottled crap)

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter until it's fucking sizzling.

2. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the butter, and cook that shit for about 1 minute until it's fragrant and making your kitchen smell like heaven.

3. Toss in the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they're pink and cooked through. Don't overcook them, unless you enjoy chewing on rubber bands.

4. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Give it a good toss to coat the shrimp evenly in all that garlicky, buttery goodness.

5. Serve that glorious pile of garlic butter shrimp on a plate, maybe with some crusty bread to soak up all the extra sauce. And if you dare sprinkle some more chopped parsley on top for a touch of sophistication.

xoxo
The Very Fucking Angry Chef
posted on Wednesday, July 9 2025