Green Curry Paste

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 cup chopped shallots (about 4 shallots)
• 6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (leaves and stems)
• 1/3 cup peeled, chopped fresh lemongrass (tender parts only, about 3 stems)
• 2 tablespoons seeded, chopped serrano chili
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 6 chopped kaffir lime leaves, optional
• 3 garlic cloves, chopped