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Baja Fish Tacos

Baja Fish Tacos: Crispy Goodness with Creamy Slaw Delight

Enjoy Baja Fish Tacos, where crispy fish meets creamy slaw and fresh toppings for a festive meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 pound white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust for spice preference
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup buttermilk or yogurt
  • 1 large egg
For the Tacos
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
For the Slaw and Toppings
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped or parsley
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or avocado
  • to taste hot sauce
  • 4 wedges lime for serving
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced optional
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Shallow bowls
  • whisk
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the white fish fillets under cold water, pat dry, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg until combined.
  4. Dredge the fish in flour, dip in the buttermilk mixture, then press into cornmeal to coat.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  6. Fry the coated fish pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  7. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave for 30 seconds on each side.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, mayonnaise, and hot sauce until smooth.
  9. Assemble tacos with fish, cabbage, cilantro, and drizzle with creamy sauce.
  10. Garnish with red onion and avocado, then serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Adjust toppings and sauces to taste for customization. Store leftovers in airtight containers for freshness.

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