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The national dish of Finland is considered to be the Finnish fish soup. Red fish is used for its preparation: salmon, pink salmon, trout. The richness of the dish will depend on the calorie content of the fish. Cream or milk is a mandatory ingredient of Finnish fish soup. Thanks to them, the dish turns out tender. Fresh vegetables give the fish soup a special taste: celery stalk, leek, green peas or tomatoes. Such an unusual soup can be included in the everyday menu or served to guests on the festive table.

Step 1

Peel and coarsely chop the carrots, celery stalk, onion and half the leek.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and cut into large cubes.

Step 3

Also cut the salmon fillet into large cubes.

Step 4

Put the salmon trimmings to boil with leeks, bay leaves, salt and pepper for 30-40 minutes.

Step 5

Once the broth is ready, strain it through a sieve to remove any excess.

Step 6

Add chopped onion, carrot, potato, celery stalk and leek to the broth.

Step 7

Then add the salmon pieces and cook the fish soup until the vegetables are ready.

Step 8

Pour milk into the fish soup and add butter.

Step 9

Add salt and pepper to taste and cook the fish soup for another 15 minutes.