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Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup Lohikeitto

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A cozy and comforting creamy Finnish salmon soup featuring tender salmon chunks, soft potatoes, and a silky broth infused with dill and subtle spices. Perfect for warming up on chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) salmon fillets, skin removed, cut into chunks (fresh or frozen)
  • 3 medium (about 400 g) waxy potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 medium (about 150 g) carrots, sliced
  • 1 large leek, cleaned and sliced thin (white and light green parts only)
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) butter
  • 4 cups (1 liter) fish or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 bay leaf (optional)
  • 3–4 allspice berries

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into roughly 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes. Slice the carrots about 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thick. Cut the leek into thin rounds, using only the white and light green parts. Cut the salmon into bite-sized chunks, keeping them roughly uniform for even cooking.
  2. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt 2 tbsp (30 g) butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leek and carrots, stirring occasionally. Cook for about 5 minutes until the leeks soften and become translucent but not browned.
  3. Add the diced potatoes, pour in 4 cups (1 liter) of fish or vegetable stock, and add the bay leaf and allspice berries. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender but still holding their shape.
  4. Remove the bay leaf and allspice berries. Season the broth with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently add the salmon chunks to the simmering soup. Cook for 5-7 minutes, just until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Lower the heat to very gentle. Stir in 1 cup (240 ml) of heavy cream or half-and-half, and chopped fresh dill. Heat through carefully without boiling to prevent curdling. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a little extra dill if desired. Serve immediately with rye bread or buttered toast.

Notes

Keep heat low when adding cream to avoid curdling. Add salmon last and handle gently to prevent breaking the chunks. If soup is too thick, add more stock or water to adjust consistency. Fresh dill is key for flavor and should be added at the end. Frozen salmon should be fully thawed and patted dry before use.

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