Finnish Creamy Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)

⏳ Time

30 minutes

🥕 Ingredients

🍽️ Servings

Description

Finnish creamy salmon soup (Lohikeitto) is a delightful dish that combines fresh salmon, potatoes, and cream, creating a rich and flavorful experience. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup embodies the essence of Finnish cuisine and can be enjoyed by everyone. Serve it with a slice of crusty bread for a complete meal.

Ingredients

Olive Oil - 3 spoons
Leek - 1 piece
Bay leaf - 1 piece
Potato - 12 oz
Smoked haddock fillet - 12 oz
Starch film - 1 tablespoon
Cream - ¾ glasses
Butter - 1 tablespoon
Salt - to taste
Ground Black Pepper - a pinch
Dill - to taste
Lemon - to taste
Water - 3 glasses

Step by Step guide

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion. Once the onion is soft, add 3 cups of water and toss in the bay leaf. Bring to a boil.

Step 2

Prepare the potatoes. Lower the heat and add the potatoes to the pot. Cover with a lid and cook until the potatoes are tender.

Step 3

Place the salmon in a pot and cook for about 5 minutes. Then, pour in the cream and stir.

Step 4

Prepare a slurry by mixing cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water, stirring until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Add this slurry to the soup and cook until the soup thickens (this step is optional; the more cornstarch you use, the thicker the soup will be).

Step 5

Add the butter, stir, and remove from heat.

Step 6

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with a generous amount of chopped parsley or dill. If desired, squeeze some lemon juice before serving.