Masala Prawns

1. Shell the prawns and devein (remove the thin black
vein that runs along the back). Wash thoroughly and
pat dry with kitchen paper.
2. Blitz the ginger, garlic, coriander, chillies, onion, salt
and black pepper in a blender into a paste.
Alternatively chop until minced into a coarse paste.
3. Heat the oil in shallow frying pan. When hot add the
cumin seeds and let it sizzle for 30 seconds
until fragrant.
4. Add the prawns, fry for 3 minutes over a high heat.
5. Add the spice paste, fry for 1 minute.
6. Add a pinch of ground ginger and coriander.
7. Add 2 tablespoons of water, lower the heat and cook
for 1 minute until almost dry.
8. Serve the prawns with salad and lemon wedges.