Seared prawns

1) Poke a skewer into each prawn through the fleshy part and then push the skewer straight through the centre lengthwise down to the tail.

2) Place a cast iron skillet over a medium-high heat and add the oil. When it begins to get hot, add the garlic, spices and salt and toast well, 10 to 15 seconds.

3) Add the prawn skewers to the pan and cook them in the spices, flipping every 30 seconds until they are done, about 3 to 4 minutes each. They are done when the skin is pink and they are firm to the touch. Sprinkle with lime juice and serve with mint and coriander chutney.

For the mint and coriander chutney:
1) Place all the chutney ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth, like the consistency of pesto.

2) Put the chutney into a serving bowl and serve with seared prawns.