
Baja Fish Tacos
These Baja fish tacos are made with crispy beer-battered fish, fresh slaw, and tangy lime crema.
Ingredients
- Salt (to taste)
- Cayenne pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
- Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
- Mayonnaise (1/4 cup)
- Sour cream (1/2 cup)
- Lime (1, juiced)
- Red onion (1/2 cup, thinly sliced)
- Cilantro (1/2 cup, chopped)
- Cabbage (2 cups, shredded)
- Corn tortillas (8)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Beer (1 cup)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
- Cornstarch (1/4 cup)
- All (purpose flour - 1 cup)
- White fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) (1 lb)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Slowly pour in the beer while whisking until the batter is smooth and thick.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or skillet to 375°F (190°C).
- Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then carefully place it into the hot oil.
- Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, sliced red onion, and lime juice. Toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to make the lime crema.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or on a grill until pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a few pieces of fried fish on each tortilla, top with the slaw, and drizzle with the lime crema.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 25g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 5g