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Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)


  • Author: hannah-belssy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A creamy Finnish salmon soup featuring tender salmon, soft potatoes, and a bright broth scented with dill and lemon.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb salmon fillets
  • 4 cups fish stock or water
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup leeks, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Bring the fish stock or water to a gentle simmer in a large pot. Prepare the potatoes, onion, carrots, and leeks while it heats.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, sliced carrots, and chopped leeks to the simmering stock. Cook until tender, about 15–20 minutes.
  3. Cut the salmon into bite-sized pieces, gently add to the pot, and simmer for 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and chopped dill. Warm through for a minute or two without boiling. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with lemon wedges.

Notes

For best results, use gentle heat to keep the salmon tender. If using store-bought fish stock, taste before adding salt as many stocks are salty.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Finnish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 37g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg
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