Finnish Salmon Cream Soup (Printable)

Creamy Nordic soup with salmon, potatoes, carrots, leeks, and fresh dill.

# Ingredient list:

→ Fish & Seafood

01 - 14 oz skinless salmon fillet, boneless, cut into bite-sized cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 1.3 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into ¾ inch cubes
03 - 1 medium carrot, sliced
04 - 1 small leek, white and light green part, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
06 - 1 bunch fresh dill, finely chopped

→ Broth & Dairy

07 - 4 cups fish stock or water
08 - ¾ cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream
09 - 1 bay leaf

→ Seasonings

10 - 2 teaspoons salt
11 - ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
12 - 1 tablespoon butter

# How to Make It:

01 - Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, leek, and carrot, sautéing for 4 to 5 minutes until slightly softened.
02 - Add potatoes, bay leaf, and fish stock to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes until potatoes are almost tender.
03 - Gently add salmon cubes to the pot. Simmer for 5 to 6 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through.
04 - Stir in heavy cream and chopped dill. Season with salt and white pepper. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes without allowing the soup to boil.
05 - Remove from heat and discard the bay leaf. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with reserved fresh dill.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Dietary Friendly: This soup is naturally pescatarian and gluten-free.
  • Time Efficient: Go from prep to table in just 40 minutes.
  • Simple Sophistication: Uses basic pantry and fresh staples to create a rich, complex flavor.
  • High Protein: Each serving provides 27 grams of protein from fresh salmon.
02 -
  • Avoid Boiling: Once you add the heavy cream, keep the heat low to prevent the soup from boiling, which could cause the dairy to separate.
  • Fresh Herbs: Use fresh dill rather than dried to maintain the authentic Nordic flavor profile.
  • Stock Selection: If using store-bought fish stock, check the label for gluten or celery if you have specific allergies.
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