Description
Warm up with a bowl of Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto), a delightful dish that embodies comfort and flavor. This creamy soup combines fresh salmon with tender potatoes, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic dill, creating a heartwarming meal perfect for chilly nights. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, but it’s also packed with omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins, making it a nutritious choice for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a fresh salad for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 g unsalted butter
- 1 large leek, finely chopped (white part only)
- 1 medium carrot, chopped
- 5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1.25 liters fish stock
- 450 g salmon fillets, skinned and cubed
- 150 ml double cream
- 1 bunch dill, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped leek and sauté for 7-8 minutes until soft.
- Add the carrot and potatoes to the pot, then pour in the fish stock until it covers the vegetables. Cook for about 10 minutes until the potatoes are nearly fork-tender.
- Stir in the salmon cubes and double cream. Simmer gently for another 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Just before serving, add fresh dill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Finnish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg