Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)

40 min

4 servings

Get ready to fall in love with this Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)—a cozy, irresistible dish that's calling your name! Imagine a creamy, velvety broth bursting with tender salmon, sweet carrots, and hearty potatoes, all lifted by a fresh hint of dill or parsley and a zesty lemon touch.
It's the ultimate comfort food, especially perfect for crisp autumn days and chilly winter nights.
Warm your soul with every spoonful!
And here's the best part: it's super easy to make! With simple ingredients and quick steps, you can create this mouthwatering masterpiece in your own kitchen-ideal for a delightful family dinner or a cozy night in. Don't wait—try it today and savor the magic of homemade goodness!

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• Salmon: 350 g (13 oz)
• Butter: 30 g (2 tbsp)
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Leek: 100 g (3.5 oz)
• Shallots: 50 g (1.75 oz)
• Potatoes: 300 g (10.5 oz)
• Carrots: 2 pcs
• Heavy cream: 70 g (2.5 oz)
• Fish broth: 1.500 L (6 cups)
• Fish sauce (Thai-style): 1 tbsp
• Fresh herbs (dill or parsley): 1/4 cup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

Preparation of Ingredients

• Start by preparing all your ingredients: dice the salmon into large cubes, slice the leek, and dice the shallots, potatoes, and carrots.

Sauté

• In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leek and diced shallots. Sauté until they become translucent, about 3-5 minutes.

Add Vegetables

• Add the diced potatoes and carrots to the pot. Stir well to coat with the butter and oil mixture.

Add Fish Broth

• Pour in the fish broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

Incorporate Cream

• Then, add the heavy cream.

Add Salmon

• With 10 minutes remaining before serving, carefully add the salmon cubes to the pot. Cook over medium heat for an additional 3-5 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through. Make sure the cream does not boil.

7. Final Seasoning

• Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper according to your preference. If you like, add a drizzle of lemon juice for extra freshness.

Garnish and Serve

• Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh herbs (dill or parsley). Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Chef's Note

• Enjoy your homemade Finnish Salmon Soup!