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Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup

Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup That's Comfort in a Bowl

This Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup, or Lohikeitto, is a comforting embrace on cold days, blending tender salmon and creamy crème fraîche.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Finnish
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Fresh salmon filet cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter or olive oil for dairy-free option
  • 2 medium Leeks rinsed and sliced
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and cut into ¼-inch rounds
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Yukon gold potatoes cut into ¾-inch pieces
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Seafood stock vegetable stock can be used but may change the taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Crème fraîche can be replaced with heavy cream or sour cream
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup Fresh dill chopped, plus more for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once foamy, add sliced leeks and carrots. Sprinkle with a pinch of kosher salt and sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Stir in chopped Yukon gold potatoes and 4 cups of seafood stock. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  3. Gently fold in the fresh salmon and 1 cup of crème fraîche. Stir carefully, cover, and simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until salmon is opaque.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in freshly chopped dill, and adjust seasoning. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with additional dill and crème fraîche if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh salmon and herbs enhances flavors significantly. Add crème fraîche at the end to maintain creaminess.

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