Potato Soup with Smoked Salmon Relish Recipe

Name: Potato Soup with Smoked Salmon Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 stick unsalted butter; 1 1/4 pounds yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 4 cups); 3 ribs celery, chopped (about 1 cup); Salt; Cayenne; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 3 tablespoons chopped garlic; 10 cups chicken stock; 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and diced; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1/2 pound smoked salmon, julienne; 1/4 cup brunoise red onions; 2 tablespoons chopped chives; Drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1/2 stick unsalted butter
1 1/4 pounds yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
3 ribs celery, chopped (about 1 cup)
Salt
Cayenne
Freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
10 cups chicken stock
2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and diced
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 pound smoked salmon, julienne
1/4 cup brunoise red onions
2 tablespoons chopped chives
Drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil

1
Melt the butter in a 6-quart stock pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the onions and celery.
3
Season with salt, cayenne, and black pepper, stirring, until the vegetables are soft and lightly golden, about 8 minutes.
4
Add the bay leaf and garlic, stirring for 2 minutes.
5
Add the stock and potatoes and bring the mixture to a boil.
6
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, until the potatoes are very soft and the mixture is thick and creamy, about 1 hour.
7
Remove the soup from the heat.
8
Discard the bay leaf.
9
With a hand-held blender, puree until smooth.
10
Slowly add the cream.
11
Stir to blend.
12
Reseason the soup.
13
In a small mixing bowl, combine the salmon, red onions and chives.
14
Drizzle the relish with enough oil to moisten.
15
Season the relish with black pepper.
16
To serve, ladle the soup into individual bowls.
17
Garnish the soup with the relish.

1527

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

205

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 stick unsalted butter, 1 1/4 pounds yellow onions, thinly sliced (about 4 cups), 3 ribs celery, chopped (about 1 cup), Salt, and more.

Yes, Potato Soup with Smoked Salmon Relish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Potato Soup with Smoked Salmon Relish

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Variations & substitutions

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