Easy finnish salmon soup recipe (Lohikeitto) for Family Dinner
A comforting Finnish-style salmon soup known as Lohikeitto, made with tender salmon, potatoes, carrots, dill, and a gently creamy broth. It is an approachable, satisfying dinner for busy families.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 28 g
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped, about 1 1/2 cups (225 g)
- 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced into thin coins, about 1 1/2 cups (180 g)
- 1 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces (680 g)
- 5 cups low-sodium fish seafood, or chicken broth (1.2 L)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste (3 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 0.5 g
- 1 1/4 pounds skinless salmon fillet cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (570 g)
- 3/4 cup heavy cream 180 mL
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill plus more for serving (20 g)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional (15 mL)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened but not browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the broth to a boil, then lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 12 to 15 minutes.
- Reduce the heat so the soup is barely simmering. Add the salmon pieces in a single layer and cook gently until opaque and easily flaked with a fork, about 4 to 6 minutes. Avoid vigorous boiling so the salmon stays in pieces.
- Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream, dill, and optional lemon juice. Remove and discard the bay leaf.
- Taste the soup and add salt or pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and top with extra dill. Serve warm with rye bread, crusty bread, or crispbread.