Baja Fish Tacos

                                                    🌮Baja Fish Tacos🌮

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup beer (light lager or Mexican beer works well)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion
  • Lime wedges, for serving

📝 Method

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk in the beer until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  4. Dip each fish fillet into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and then carefully place it into the hot oil.
  5. Fry the fish for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the fish from the oil and transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave them until soft and pliable.
  8. To assemble the tacos, place a piece of fried fish onto each tortilla.
  9. Top with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and sliced red onion.
  10. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the toppings.
  11. Serve the Baja Fish Tacos with lime wedges on the side.



💡 Expert Tips

  1. For an extra crispy texture, you can double-dip the fish fillets in the batter.
  2. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder to the batter.
  3. You can add a drizzle of crema or a dollop of guacamole for added creaminess and flavor.

📌 Important Facts

  • Baja Fish Tacos are a popular street food in Mexico, particularly in the Baja California region.
  • The crispy fish is typically topped with cabbage, fresh salsa, and a squeeze of lime.
  • Corn tortillas are traditionally used for Baja Fish Tacos, but you can use flour tortillas if preferred.

Enjoy your Baja Fish Tacos! 🐟🌮


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