King Prawn And Herb Crostini - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves stripped from stems
4 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley, leaves stripped from stems
4 sprigs fresh rosemary, leaves stripped from stems
2 None limes, grated zest
10 g fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and finely chopped
1 None red chilli, cut into fine rings
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black peppercorns
80 ml + 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
8 None raw king prawns, peeled and de-veined
4 slices baguette

Preparation

Place herbs, lime zest, ginger, garlic, chili, paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, peppercorns and 1/3 cup oil in a blender and puree to a medium-fine paste. Coat prawns and allow to marinate for 30 mins.
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a frying pan and toast baguette, turning, until golden brown on both sides. Grill or broil prawns for 2-3 mins, until cooked through and slightly blackened. Arrange on toasted baguette.