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A bowl of Finnish Lohikeitto creamy salmon soup with potatoes, carrots, leeks, and dill.

Finnish Lohikeitto (Creamy Salmon Soup)

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A comforting Finnish salmon soup with potatoes, carrots, leeks, cream, fresh dill, and a bright lemon finish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Finnish
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
 
 

Soup
  • 1 1/2 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into chunks
  • 6 cups fish or low-sodium chicken stock
  • 1 lb yellow potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 medium leek, white and light green parts sliced washed well
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped plus more to garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
To Serve
  • rye bread and butter optional

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle

Method
 

Start the Broth:
  1. Melt the butter in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the leek and carrots and cook for 5 minutes until beginning to soften.
  2. Add the stock, potatoes, salt, and white pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 to 18 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
Add the Salmon:
  1. Stir in the cream and return the soup to a gentle simmer. Add the salmon chunks and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, just until opaque and flaky.
  2. Fold in the dill and lemon juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
Serve:
  1. Ladle the soup into warm bowls and garnish with extra dill.
  2. Serve immediately with rye bread and butter.

Nutrition

Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 31gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • Do not boil the soup after adding the cream.
  • Add salmon near the end so it stays moist.
  • Use fresh dill for the characteristic Finnish flavor.