Step 1

Place all curry paste ingredients in a food processor and whiz until a smooth paste. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add 4 heaped tablespoons paste and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. add prawns, tossing to coat. Add stock, coconut milk, lime leaves, fish sauce, sugar, lime juice and peppercorns. Cook, stirring, for 4-5 minutes until the prawns are cooked through. Divide the curry among bowls, garnish with herbs and serve with rice.