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Creamy Salmon Soup: Discover This Delicious Recipe!

A delicious and creamy salmon soup, also known as Lohikeitto, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Finnish
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 4 cups vegetable or fish stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pound salmon fillet skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour in the vegetable or fish stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and add the salmon pieces. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
  5. Season the soup with dried dill, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • Add a handful of fresh spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition and color.

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