Description
Finnish Salmon Soup, known as Lohikeitto, is a delightful blend of fresh salmon, hearty vegetables, and fragrant dill, all simmered in a creamy broth. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings, delivering warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and packed with protein and vitamins, this soup is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 g unsalted butter
- 1 large leek, finely chopped (white part only)
- 1 medium carrot, chopped
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1.25 litres fish stock
- 450 g salmon fillets, skinned and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 150 ml double cream (heavy cream)
- 1 bunch dill, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the finely chopped leek in melted butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat for 7-8 minutes until softened.
- Add chopped carrot and potatoes; cover with fish stock and cook for about 10 minutes, until potatoes are nearly fork-tender.
- Stir in the salmon cubes and double cream; let simmer for 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Mix in chopped dill and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with extra dill on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Finnish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg