Finnish Salmon Chowder

This Finnish Salmon Chowder is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Made with fresh salmon, potatoes, and dill, this creamy chowder is a staple in Finnish cuisine.

Finnish Salmon Chowder

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh salmon, skin removed and cut into chunks
  • 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the diced potatoes and fish or vegetable broth to the pot. Simmer until the potatoes are tender.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and flour until smooth. Pour the mixture into the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Add the salmon chunks and fresh dill to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
  5. Season the chowder with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with additional dill if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Whisk Knife Cutting board Ladle

Tools

Soup bowls Soup ladle

Serving suggestions

Serve the Finnish Salmon Chowder with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use salmon stock instead of fish or vegetable broth.

Cost

$20