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Baja Fish Tacos

Baja Fish Tacos: 7 Secrets for Irresistible Flavor

  • Author: emma
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Baja fish tacos are a delicious Mexican dish featuring battered and fried fish served in corn tortillas with fresh toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish fillets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup pico de gallo
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oil in a deep pan for frying.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip fish fillets in buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.
  4. Fry fish until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a skillet.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing fish on tortillas.
  7. Add shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and drizzle with lime mayo.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use any white fish like tilapia or cod.
  • Customize toppings to your liking.
  • For a spicier kick, add jalapeños.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Baja Fish Tacos, Mexican Tacos, Fried Fish Tacos