Description
Finnish Salmon Soup, known as Lohikeitto, is a creamy and comforting Nordic dish featuring tender salmon, potatoes, and carrots simmered in a flavorful fish stock enriched with fresh dill and cream. This traditional main course offers a perfect balance of rich, delicate flavors and makes for a heartwarming meal, especially when paired with rye bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cups fish stock or vegetable broth
Vegetables
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 bay leaf
Seasonings & Additions
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Onion: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add Stock and Vegetables: Pour in the fish stock and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add the peeled and chopped potatoes, sliced carrots, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Cover the pot and allow the vegetables to simmer for 15–20 minutes until they become tender.
- Cook Salmon: Gently add the salmon pieces into the simmering pot. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the salmon turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Finish Soup: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream along with the chopped fresh dill. Let the soup simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes, ensuring it does not boil.
- Serve: Remove the bay leaf. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with extra fresh dill and lemon wedges on the side if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute whole milk for the heavy cream to reduce fat content.
- If using salmon with skin, remove the skin before cutting the fish into chunks to avoid unwanted texture in the soup.
- This soup is traditionally enjoyed with rye bread, which complements its creamy and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Finnish
