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San Diego Fish Tacos
Experience the vibrant flavors of the California coast with these San Diego-style fish tacos. Featuring crispy, golden-battered white fish nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and a tangy sauce, these tacos are a celebration of freshness and taste. Perfect for a sunny day or any gathering, they encapsulate the essence of coastal living and the rich culinary heritage of Southern California.
Ingredients
- White fish fillets
- 1 pound (such as cod or halibut)
- All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup
- Cornmeal
- 1/2 cup
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Paprika
- 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil
- for frying
- Corn tortillas
- 8
- Cabbage
- 2 cups, shredded
- Tomato
- 1 cup, diced
- Cilantro
- 1/2 cup, chopped
- Lime
- 1, cut into wedges
- Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup
- Sour cream
- 1/4 cup
- Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons
- Hot sauce
- 1-2 tablespoons, to taste
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the coating for the fish.
- Dredge each fish fillet in the flour mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
- In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil over medium-high heat to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Fry the fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove the fish from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a crispy fish fillet on each corn tortilla.
- Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomato, and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the toppings to enhance the flavors.
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and hot sauce. Mix well to create the tangy sauce.
- Drizzle the sauce generously over the tacos.
- Serve the San Diego fish tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zest.
Tips
- For added crunch, you can include sliced radishes or avocado.
- Feel free to substitute the white fish with shrimp or tofu for a different twist.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce in the sauce to suit your spice preference.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Calories: 450 Fat: 20g Carbs: 40g Protein: 25g Sodium: 600mg Sugar: 2g
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