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Baja-Style Fish Tacos with Creamy Lime Slaw

Transport your taste buds to the beach with our Baja-style fish tacos featuring crispy fish, tangy lime slaw, and spicy crema. Ready in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course, main dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound white fish cod, mahi-mahi, or tilapia, cut into 2-3 inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup shredded green cabbage
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream/Greek yogurt
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce minced
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro diced tomatoes, lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Fish: Cut the fish into 2-3 inch pieces. Pat them dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  • Make the Slaw: In a medium bowl, combine thinly shredded cabbage, lime juice, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), a pinch of sugar, and salt. Toss well and set aside.
  • Prepare the Crema: In a small bowl, whisk together Mexican crema (or sour cream/Greek yogurt), chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (minced), lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
  • Heat the Oil: Pour enough oil into a skillet to reach a depth of about 1 inch. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  • Dredge the Fish: Dredge each piece of fish in flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Fry the Fish: Carefully place the fish in the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Drain the Fish: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried fish to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Warm the Tortillas: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven until soft and pliable.
  • Assemble the Tacos: Spread a generous spoonful of lime slaw on each tortilla. Top with a piece of fried fish and a dollop of chipotle crema.
  • Garnish (Optional): Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or a squeeze of lime juice.
  • Serve Immediately: Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition: (Approximate values per serving):
  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
 
For extra crispy fish, add a tablespoon or two of beer to the flour before dredging. Adjust the amount of chipotle pepper in the crema to your desired level of spiciness.