Masala Fried Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving

1 serrano chile, minced

1 teaspoon garam masala

1/2 teaspoon cayenne

1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder

1/4 teaspoon ground coriander

1 pound shelled and deveined medium shrimp

1 tablespoon canola oil

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

Kosher salt

2 scallions, chopped

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Preparation

In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, serrano, garam masala, cayenne, turmeric, mustard powder and coriander. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Add the cumin seeds and cook over moderate heat, stirring, until deeply golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the shrimp, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until curled and white throughout, about 2 minutes. Stir in the scallions and cilantro. Transfer the shrimp to plates and serve with lemon wedges.

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