Savory Finnish Lohikeitto with Dill and Cream

Name: Savory Finnish Lohikeitto with Dill and Cream
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: Butter; Onion; Fish Stock; Salmon Fillet; Potatoes; Carrot; Heavy Cream; Salt; Pepper; Fresh Dill

A traditional Finnish salmon soup with creamy dill flavors

This comforting Finnish Lohikeitto combines salmon, potatoes, and a touch of cream for a warming and delightful soup experience.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

Butter

2 tablespoons

Onion

1 large, finely chopped

Fish Stock

4 cups

For the Main Soup

Salmon Fillet

400g, skinned and cut into chunks

Potatoes

4 medium-sized, peeled and diced

Carrot

1 large, sliced

Heavy Cream

1 cup

Seasoning & Garnish

Salt

To taste

Pepper

To taste

Fresh Dill

1 bunch, chopped

Preparation

Preparing the Veggies

Chop Onion

Chop the onion finely and set aside.

Dice Potatoes and Carrot

Dice the potatoes and carrot into equal-sized pieces for even cooking.

Cut Salmon

Cut the salmon into chunks.

Preparing the Soup Base

Melt Butter

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté Onion

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

Add Stock

Pour in the fish stock and bring to a gentle simmer.

Ensure not to boil the soup after adding the cream, as it might curdle. Pro Tip: Let the soup sit for a few minutes after cooking to blend flavors together.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Base

Add the potatoes and carrots to the stock, let simmer until tender.

Adding the Salmon

Introduce the salmon pieces; simmer gently until just cooked through.

Finishing Touch

Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper.

Plating & Serving