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Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup with Dill

Deliciously Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup with Dill to Warm You Up

This Creamy Finnish Salmon Soup with Dill is a cozy, gluten-free dish combining tender salmon and creamy potatoes for a comforting experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Finnish
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Salmon Fillet fresh skin-off, cut into cubes
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for sautéing
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and cut into rounds
  • 1 large Leek well-rinsed and sliced thinly
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold Potatoes cut into cubes
  • 4 cups Seafood Stock homemade is preferred
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Crème Fraîche adjust for desired creaminess
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Dill washed and chopped, reserve some for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add sliced leeks and carrot rounds, seasoning with kosher salt. Sauté for about 8-10 minutes, until vegetables soften.
  2. Add cubed Yukon Gold potatoes and 4 cups of seafood stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until potatoes are tender.
  3. Gently fold in salmon cubes and 1 cup of crème fraîche into the soup. Cover and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
  4. Stir in freshly chopped dill, adjusting seasoning with salt and black pepper. Serve in warm bowls garnished with extra dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overcooking the salmon to retain its texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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