Directions

To Prep

1. Place dried shrimp in a food processor and process until fine. Transfer to a small bowl and combine with tamarind paste, palm sugar, lime juice, fish sauce, chilli paste and coconut cream. Cover in cling film and set aside.
2. Fill a large bowl with water, add lemon juice and salt, and mix to combine.
3. To prepare banana blossoms, start by removing purple outer petals and flowers. Reserve a few purple petals for garnish.
4. Cut banana blossom in half, remove core and thinly slice pale inner petals. Place sliced banana blossom in lemon water to prevent browning.

To Cook

1. In a large mixing bowl, add prawns, spring onions, toasted coconut and coriander. Drain sliced banana blossom and place in the bowl. Add dressing and toss gently to combine.
2. Serve in banana blossom petals, and garnish with fried shallots, coriander and chilli.