Description
Finnish Salmon Soup, or Lohikeitto, is a heartwarming dish that brings the essence of Nordic cuisine right to your table. This creamy soup features tender chunks of salmon surrounded by vibrant vegetables, all simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or special family gatherings, this dish not only warms you up but also delights your taste buds with its rich and savory flavors. With fresh ingredients like leeks, potatoes, and dill, each spoonful is a comforting embrace that showcases the beauty of simple yet quality cooking. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, Lohikeitto is a delightful meal that everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds salmon (cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 4 medium leeks (cleaned and cut into small rounds)
- 1.5 pounds potatoes (non-starchy, peeled and quartered)
- 3 large carrots (peeled and cut into rounds)
- 4 cups fish stock
- 1 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (8 ounces)
- 5 cups water
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt (divided and to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine salmon skins with 5 cups of water and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add butter and leeks, cooking until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Season the broth with salt, allspice, and black pepper.
- Stir in potatoes and carrots; cook until fork-tender (10-15 minutes).
- Gently add salmon chunks and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in dill and heavy cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Nordic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 400g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg