Kantarellikeitto (Finnish Forest Golden Chanterelle & Dill Cream Soup) – Authentic Finland Recipe

Ingredients for Kantarellikeitto (Finnish Forest Golden Chanterelle & Dill Cream Soup) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) golden chanterelle or cremini mushrooms, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups diced potatoes, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup toasted dark rye bread
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh dill
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Finland seasoning (thyme, cream, white wine splash, butter)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and fresh dill for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in thyme, cream, white wine splash, butter and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Finland's kitchen.
3. Add golden chanterelle or cremini mushrooms and diced potatoes, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in toasted dark rye bread, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.