Masala Fried Shrimp

Name: Masala Fried Shrimp
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

13 ingredients

2 steps

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

Directions

1

In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, serrano, garam masala, cayenne, turmeric, mustard powder and coriander. Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
2

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.