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Finnish Salmon Soup “Lohikeitto Recipe

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Finnish Salmon Soup, known as Lohikeitto, is a creamy and comforting dish featuring tender salmon, fresh vegetables, and aromatic dill. This traditional Nordic recipe combines sautéed leeks, carrots, and potatoes simmered in white wine and fish stock, enriched with heavy cream for a velvety texture. Perfect for chilly days, Lohikeitto offers a wholesome and flavorful experience with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 leek (white and light green part, chopped)
  • 2 large carrots (chopped)
  • 1 large russet potato (chopped)
  • Fresh dill (for garnish)

Seafood

  • 1 lb salmon (skin off, cut into cubes)

Liquids and Fats

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ¾ cup dry white wine
  • 1 box (approx. 4 cups) fish stock or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Seasoning

  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare vegetables: Chop the white and light green parts of 1 leek, 2 large carrots, and 1 large russet potato into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. Sauté vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped leek, carrots, and potato, sautéing them for about 5 minutes until slightly softened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Add liquids and simmer: Pour in ¾ cup of dry white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. Then add approximately 4 cups of fish stock or vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a gentle bubble and reduce heat to low-medium. Simmer for around 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Add salmon and cream: Cube the salmon with the skin removed and add it to the pot. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and gently cook on low-medium heat for another 5 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and tender.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish the soup generously with fresh dill. Optionally, serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread on the side to complement the creamy broth.

Notes

  • Use skinless salmon to avoid a chewy texture and enhance soup creaminess.
  • If fish stock is unavailable, vegetable stock is a suitable substitute for a vegetarian-friendly version.
  • Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste throughout cooking.
  • Serve with crusty bread and lemon wedges to add brightness and texture.
  • The soup can be reheated gently on the stovetop; avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling.

Keywords: Finnish Salmon Soup, Lohikeitto, creamy salmon soup, Nordic fish soup, salmon chowder, Finnish cuisine, easy fish soup recipe

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