Lohikeitto (Finnish Salmon Soup)

Ingredients

• Unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
• Onion (1 large, chopped)
• Potatoes (3 medium, peeled and diced)
• Fish stock (4 cups)
• Salmon fillets (1 pound, skinless and cut into bite-sized pieces)
• Fresh dill (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Heavy cream (1 cup)
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it becomes bubbly and fragrant.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and softened.
3. Stir in the diced potatoes and pour in the fish stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
5. Meanwhile, prepare the salmon fillets by cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
6. Add the salmon and chopped dill to the pot. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
7. Gently stir in the heavy cream, allowing the soup to warm through for a couple of minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh dill if desired, and accompany with crusty bread for dipping.