Traditional Finnish creamy salmon soup (lohikeitto)
4 servings
30 minutes
Lohikeitto is a traditional Finnish creamy salmon soup that warms the soul and body on cold northern evenings. Its history roots in Finnish fishing culture where salmon was a staple food. Tender salmon fillet, aromatic broth, potatoes, and carrots create a harmony of flavors, while cream gives the soup a velvety texture. Light notes of fragrant pepper and fresh dill complete the taste, making it refined. This soup is often served with rye bread that highlights its richness. Lohikeitto is not just a dish but a true embodiment of Scandinavian simplicity and sophistication, perfect for cozy family lunches.
1
Wash, clean, and chop the potatoes, carrots, and onions.
- Potato: 6 pieces
- Carrot: 2 pieces
- Onion: 2 pieces
2
Cook until ready, adding peppercorns and bay leaves.
- Black peppercorns: to taste
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
3
Remove the skin and bones from the fish, cut it into small but generous pieces, add to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until done.
- Salmon fillet: 400 g
4
Add cream. Salt and fragrant pepper to taste.
- Cream 20% fat: 200 ml
- Salt: to taste
- Ground allspice: to taste
5
Bring the soup to a boil and immediately remove from heat.
6
Add chopped dill or parsley and serve with rye bread.
- Dill: to taste
