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Baja Fish Tacos

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  • Author: recipes guru cooking
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Crispy Baja fish tacos made with beer-battered white fish, served on warm corn tortillas with tangy slaw and creamy white sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish fillets (e.g., cod or halibut), cut into strips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup cold beer (light lager)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cayenne pepper. Gradually add beer while whisking until a smooth batter forms. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  2. In a deep skillet, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Pat the fish dry and dip each piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
  4. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil and fry in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the white sauce.
  6. In another bowl, combine shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  8. Assemble the tacos by placing fish on each tortilla, topping with slaw, and drizzling with white sauce. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Use any firm white fish like tilapia, cod, or mahi-mahi.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a healthier sauce.
  • For extra heat, add jalapeño slices to the slaw.
  • Tortillas can be doubled up for extra support.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg