Lohikeitto – Finnish salmon soup

Classic Scandinavian salmon and potato soup with dill and cream. Simple, clean flavours and ready in under 30 minutes – a Nordic staple.

• 600 g salmon fillet, skin removed, cubed
• 4 potatoes, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 leek, sliced
• 1 litre fish stock or water
• 200 ml double cream
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 large bunch fresh dill
• Salt and white pepper
• Crusty bread for serving

Method

1. 1
   Fry the leek gently in butter until soft.
2. 2
   Add the fish stock, potatoes and carrots. Simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
3. 3
   Add the salmon and cream. Simmer gently for 5–8 minutes until the salmon is just cooked.
4. 4
   Season with salt and white pepper.
5. 5
   Add generous amounts of fresh dill.
6. 6
   Serve with buttered dark bread.