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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!
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Course Main Course, main dish
Cuisine Mexican

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.