Description
Baja Fish Tacos feature crispy, beer-battered fish, nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with a fresh, crunchy slaw and drizzled with a creamy sauce. This iconic dish captures the essence of coastal Mexican cuisine, offering a perfect blend of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Fish
1 1/2 – 2 pounds fresh cod, sliced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
12 ounces beer (any light beer will work well)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
Citrus Slaw
2 cups coleslaw mix
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
Chipotle Mayo
1/2 cup mayo
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
Other
2 cups canola oil
1 package white corn tortillas
1–2 avocados, thinly sliced
Instructions
Prepare Citrus Slaw: In a small mixing bowl, combine all slaw ingredients. Set aside.
Prepare Chipotle Mayo: In another small bowl, mix all mayo ingredients. Set aside.
Slice Cod: Cut cod into 1×2 inch pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel.
Prepare Batter: In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, beer, and seasonings. Mix well.
Heat Oil: Pour canola oil into a medium skillet, filling it about 1 inch deep. Heat over medium-high heat.
Coat Fish: Dip fish into the batter. Working in small batches, add battered fish to hot oil. Fry for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Drain Fish: Remove fish from oil and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil. Repeat until all fish is fried.
Heat Tortillas: Heat tortillas as desired.
Assemble Tacos: Fill tortillas with fried fish, citrus slaw, and sliced avocado. Top with chipotle mayo and additional cilantro, if desired.
Enjoy your flavorful Baja fish tacos!
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness of the batter with more or less chili powder.
- For a lighter version, grill the fish instead of frying.
- Serve with additional toppings like avocado slices or pico de gallo for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g