This sweet & sour hot soup, takes no time to knock up, has a vivid colour and lots of goodness going on in it. I’ve cheated a bit by buying a Tom-yum jar which helps speed things up but everything else just gets thrown in the pot besides of the grilled salmon. I’ve used peas in this recipe but mange tout or green beans work just as well. I think the more colour the soup has the more exciting it will be to eat.
Heat the vegetable oil. Then fry the onion, garlic & ginger for a couple of minutes or until soft.
Add the lemon grass, lime leaves, chilli, coconut milk, tom yum paste and fish stock.
Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 10 minutes to let all the flavours infuse together.
Prepare the salmon and grill for about 5 minutes or beginning to flake. Let is stand. Add the noodles and prawns if you are using them, followed by peas..
Tip the salmon in and dress with fresh coriander and serve.