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Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup Lohikeitto Recipe Easy Homemade Comfort Food

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A comforting and creamy Finnish salmon soup featuring tender salmon, buttery potatoes, and fresh dill, perfect for cozy nights and easy to make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 grams) fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into chunks
  • 4 medium-sized waxy potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
  • 1 medium leek, cleaned and sliced into rings
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups (1 liter) fish stock or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • A small bunch fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • White pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes. Slice the carrot into thin rounds, and clean the leek well, slicing into rings. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leek and carrot, cooking gently for about 5 minutes until softened but not browned.
  3. Pour in 4 cups (1 liter) of fish or vegetable stock. Add the diced potatoes and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Cut the skinless salmon fillet into bite-sized chunks, about 1-inch (2.5 cm).
  5. Once potatoes are tender, gently add the salmon chunks to the simmering soup. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the salmon turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking.
  6. Lower the heat to very gentle and stir in 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream. Add the chopped fresh dill. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Let it warm through for 2-3 minutes without boiling.
  7. Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra dill if desired.

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality salmon for best flavor. Add cream off the heat or on very low heat to prevent curdling. Fresh dill is essential for authentic flavor. If soup is too thick, add more stock or water. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or plant-based cream. Avoid freezing to prevent texture changes.

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