Finnish fish soup "Lohikeitto"

6 servings

80 minutes

Finnish soup 'Lohikeitto' is the embodiment of northern culinary harmony. Its roots trace back to Scandinavian fishing traditions where fresh salmon, aromatic vegetables, and creamy textures create a unique flavor. The broth made from fish heads fills the dish with rich aroma while potatoes add softness. Sautéed onions and celery provide a light caramelized note, and dill and thyme finish it off with fresh herbal tones. The soup is velvety with a pleasant fish aftertaste, perfect for warming up on cold days. 'Lohikeitto' is traditionally served with rye bread, highlighting its Scandinavian character. It’s not just a dish but a cozy experience on a plate – the taste of nature, the sea, and home warmth.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 219.2
• Proteins: 10.2g
• Fats: 10.3g
• Carbohydrates: 22.6g

Ingredients

• Salmon head: 1 pc
• Salmon steak: 200 g
• Onion: 2 head
• Celery stalk: 3 pc
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Potato: 5 pc
• Dill: 1 tbsp
• Cream 10%: 100 ml
• Bay leaf: 1 pc
• Thyme: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Fish sauce: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. In a large pot, place the salmon head, one peeled onion, carrot (cut into large pieces across), and bay leaf. Pour in 1.5 liters of water and boil for 20 minutes. Then add the salmon steak and boil for another 15 minutes; add salt. Remove the fish from the broth and let it cool. Discard the vegetables and strain the broth. Wash the pot, pour in the broth again and put it back on the stove.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salmon head: 1 piece
   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Bay leaf: 1 piece
   • Salmon steak: 200 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Peel the potatoes, cut them into large cubes, and add to the broth to cook until done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 5 piece

3. Chop the onion into cubes and fry with oil until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 2 heads
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

4. Clean the celery, slice it thinly, add to the onion, and sauté for about 4 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Celery stalk: 3 pieces

5. Separate the meat from the cooled fish and throw away the rest.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salmon steak: 200 g

6. Take out half of the cooked potatoes, mash them into puree, add cream, mix everything, and add to the soup. Also, add the sautéed vegetables. Add thyme and fish sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 5 piece
   • Cream 10%: 100 ml
   • Thyme:  to taste
   • Fish sauce: 2 tablespoons

7. Chop the dill and add it to the soup.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dill: 1 tablespoon

8. Add pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  to taste