Description
Discover the warmth of Finnish cuisine with our comforting Finnish Salmon Soup, or Lohikeitto. This creamy and flavorful dish is perfect for cozy dinners, gatherings, or a nourishing meal at home. Featuring fresh salmon, hearty vegetables, and fragrant spices, this soup is a delightful choice for seafood lovers and anyone craving a taste of Nordic comfort food. Quick to prepare in under an hour, it’s not only easy to make but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome addition to your meal repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh salmon (cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 4 medium leeks (sliced)
- 1.5 pounds non-starchy potatoes (peeled and quartered)
- 3 large carrots (sliced)
- 4 cups fish stock
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine salmon skins and 5 cups of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes to create broth.
- In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté leeks until soft. Add half the salt, allspice, and black pepper.
- Transfer the leeks to the broth along with potatoes, carrots, and remaining salt. Cook for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Gently add salmon chunks and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through.
- Reduce heat; stir in dill and heavy cream. Warm gently without boiling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Finnish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg