Icelandic Fish Soup (Íslensk fiskisúpa)

Íslensk fiskisúpa, or Icelandic Fish Soup, is a traditional dish from Iceland that showcases the fresh flavors of the sea. This hearty and comforting soup is perfect for cold winter days and is a staple in Icelandic cuisine.

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Icelandic Fish Soup (Íslensk fiskisúpa)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets, such as cod or haddock
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  3. Pour in the fish or vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
  4. Add the fish fillets to the pot and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 5 minutes to heat the cream through.
  6. Remove the bay leaf and serve the Íslensk fiskisúpa hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Íslensk fiskisúpa is best served with freshly baked bread and a simple green salad on the side.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use a combination of fish and shellfish in the soup, such as shrimp or mussels.

Cost

$20