Description
Experience the delightful warmth of Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto), a creamy and comforting dish that brings together fresh salmon and wholesome vegetables in a rich broth. This soup is not only quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights, but it also allows for endless customization with your favorite veggies or seasonings. Whether served as a hearty main course or a cozy starter, this dish is sure to impress at gatherings or during quiet nights in. With its robust flavors and satisfying texture, each bowl promises to be a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for more.
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 (about 400 g)
- 1.25 litres fish stock
- 450 g salmon fillets, skinned and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 150 ml double cream
- 1 bunch dill, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large heavy-bottomed pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped leek until softened (about 7-8 minutes).
- Add the chopped carrot and potatoes to the pot, then cover with fish stock. Cook until the potatoes are nearly fork-tender (approximately 10 minutes).
- Incorporate the cubed salmon fillets and double cream into the pot; simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Stir in chopped dill and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Finnish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg