Creamy Norwegian Fish Soup

Dive into the comforting flavors of Scandinavia with this Creamy Norwegian Fish Soup, an irresistible blend of delicate seafood and hearty root vegetables wrapped in a velvety, creamy broth. This traditional Nordic recipe combines tender chunks of cod or haddock with carrots, parsnips, and potatoes, simmered in a rich fish stock enhanced with fresh dill and a splash of zesty lemon juice. With its perfectly balanced flavors and luxurious texture, this soup is both soul-warming and impressively elegant. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete meal that’s perfect for cozy evenings or a taste of Norway at your dinner table. Ideal for seafood lovers, this fish soup recipe is easy to prepare and makes a delightful addition to any culinary repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 medium Carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 medium Parsnip, peeled and diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Fish stock (or vegetable stock)
• 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 pound Fresh cod or haddock, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup Cooked shrimp (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 loaf Crusty bread (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion, diced carrots, parsnip, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring continuously.

Step 4

Gradually pour in the fish stock while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Add the cubed potatoes to the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes and root vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring the soup back to a simmer, but do not let it boil.

Step 7

Add the fresh fish pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily. If using shrimp, stir them in during the last 2 minutes of cooking.

Step 8

Season the soup with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh dill and remove the soup from heat.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3376.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3468.1

Total Fat 140.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 982.0mg	0%
Sodium 7438.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 343.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 195.1g	0%

Vitamin D 608.1IU	0%
Calcium 587.9mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 6426.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 40.2%