Baja-Style Fish Tacos
A Mexican-inspired dish featuring crispy battered fish, topped with fresh slaw, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve with warm flour tortillas.
Ingredients
- ●4 Fish Fillets (Cod or Tilapia)Cut into small pieces
- ●1 cup All-purpose FlourFor the batter
- ●2 tablespoons CornstarchFor the batter
- ●1 EggFor the batter
- ●2 tablespoons Lime JuiceFor the marinade and slaw
- ●1 cup CabbageShredded
- ●1 cup CarrotsGrated
- ●1/4 cup CilantroChopped
- ●4 TortillasWarm flour tortillas
- ●1 cup SalsaStore-bought or homemade
Instructions
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1. In a shallow dish, mix together flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
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2. In a separate dish, whisk together lime juice, egg, and a pinch of salt.
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3. Dip each piece of fish into the lime juice mixture, coating both sides, then roll in the flour mixture to coat.
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4. Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the fish for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
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5. Meanwhile, mix together shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl.
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6. Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
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7. Assemble the tacos by placing a piece of fried fish onto a warmed tortilla, followed by a spoonful of the cabbage slaw and a dollop of salsa.
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8. Serve immediately and enjoy!