Lohikeitto - Finnish Salmon Soup
A quick, easy, and filling salmon soup that isn't too thick, so it's great for a big dinner or a light meal that won't leave you sluggish.
Servings: 8 people
Cost: 20
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 leeks trimmed, cleaned, and sliced (about 2 cups)
- 4 cups fish stock or water with fish stock cubes
- 1 pound potatoes peeled and cubed (about 2–3 cups)
- 2 carrots sliced (about 1½ cups)
- 1 pound salmon skin removed, cut into large chunks
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped dill for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced leeks, carrots, and optional 1 diced onion, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant (do not brown).
- Add the potatoes.
- Pour in the fish stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for about 12–15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
- Gently add the salmon pieces to the pot. Simmer for about 5–7 minutes, or until the fish is just cooked through and flakes easily.
- Season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
- Serve
- Ladle the chowder into bowls. Garnish generously with fresh chopped dill. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
Calories: 222kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 244mg | Sodium: 504mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3489IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg
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