Finnish Salmon Soup (Lohikeitto)
Lohikeitto is a traditional Finnish salmon soup with fresh salmon, potatoes, and carrots in a light broth. Finished with a splash of cream and fresh dill, this light enough for spring but warming enough for a winter meal.
Ingredients
- 6-8 waxy potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2 to 3/4 inch cubes
- 2 carrots cut into 1/4 inch slices
- 2 onions diced
- 2-3 bay leaves
- 8-10 allspice berries or 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1 cup cream light or heavy, your choice
- 1 to 1 1/4 lb fresh salmon cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 bunch dill finely cut, for finishing
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the vegetables and dry spices (bay and allspice) in a large pot or dutch oven and add enough water to cover.
- If the salmon has skin intact, skin the salmon with a filet knife and add it into the pot with the vegetables to infuse flavor.
- Simmer the vegetables for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are just tender. Add salt to taste.
- Turn off the heat, and then add the cubed salmon. Stir once to distribute the salmon and then place a lid on the pot and do not stir again. (More stirring will break up the salmon.)
- Allow the salmon to sit in the hot liquid until it's fully cooked, about 3-5 minutes.
- Serve lohikeitto into soup bowls, adding about 1/4 cup cream to each bowl, and topping with plenty of fresh minced dill.
Notes
This soup is traditionally made with water, but for more flavor, a light chicken or fish stock is also lovely.
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