Masala Fried Shrimp

• 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

1. 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. 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.