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

Method

  • 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.