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Lohikeitto

Lohikeitto is a delicious traditional hearty and creamy soup prepared with salmon that is originally from Finland.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 755 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Scandinavian , Finnish

Ingredients

  • ½ lb fresh salmon
  • 1½ lb white potatoes
  • 1 onion
  • ½ leek
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1½ cup fish stock (or water)
  • ½ bunch Dill
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • salt
  • pink peppercorns whole

Instructions

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  1. Cut the potatoes, onion and leek into small pieces. Cut the salmon into small ½ inch (1cm) thick strips.
  2. Cook potatoes, onion and leeks in boiling fish stock or salted water.
  3. Once the potatoes are cooked, add the cream, bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
  4. Add salmon, making sure not to break it.
  5. Add half the dill and simmer for 5 minutes over low heat.
  6. Add the butter, salt. Add a few pink peppercorns. Sprinkle with remaining dill before serving.