Noodle soup with clams (Sopa de fideos con almejas)

1. Soak the clams in cold salted water for 30 minutes so they release their sand, then rinse.

2. In a pan fry the finely chopped garlic in the olive oil for 1 minute, add the fideos noodles and turn for 2-3 minutes until golden.

3. Add the grated tomato and paprika and cook for 3 minutes.

4. Pour in the hot fish stock, bring to the boil and cook for 5 minutes.

5. Add the clams, cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until they open; discard any that stay closed and season the soup.

6. Serve immediately, sprinkled with chopped parsley.

Tip: The noodles keep soaking up the liquid – if the soup stands, thin it with a little hot stock.