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BAJA FISH TACOS



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These Baja fish tacos are made from crispy beer-battered cod tucked into corn tortillas, topped with a cabbage slaw and smoky chipotle sauce.

Provided by Jennifer Segal (slaw and chipotle sauce adapted from Cook's Illustrated)

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

5 cups (or one 10-ounce bag) shredded red cabbage
3 tablespoons minced red onion
½ cup fresh chopped cilantro
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1½ teaspoons vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's
2 tablespoons lime juice, from one lime
2-3 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce (canned), roughly chopped, plus 1-2 teaspoons sauce (see note below)
1 large garlic clove, roughly chopped
1 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup beer
1½ pounds skinless cod, cut into 1-inch wide x 4-inch long strips
Vegetable oil, for frying
12 (6-inch) soft corn tortillas, warmed
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Toss the cabbage, red onion, cilantro, vinegar, oil and salt together in a medium bowl and set aside.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle chiles with sauce and garlic in a blender or mini food processor and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • Mix the flour, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl. Gradually add the beer, whisking until the batter is smooth with no lumps. Set aside.
  • In a medium skillet, over medium heat, add enough oil to reach a depth of ½-inch. Heat the oil until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F, or when the end of a wooden spoon sizzles when dipped into the oil.
  • Working in batches so as not to crowd the pan, dip the fish strips in the beer batter and coat on both sides. Let the excess batter drip off, then fry the fish in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • Smear each tortilla with a generous amount of the chipotle sauce, then top with the cabbage slaw. Lay one piece of fish inside each tortilla and serve with lime wedges.
  • Note: 3 chipotle peppers and 2 teaspoons sauce will give you a spicy sauce. Use less for a milder sauce. You can freeze any leftover chipotle peppers from the can.
  • Note: Nutritional information was calculated assuming that approximately 3 tablespoons of oil are absorbed into the fish when fried.
  • Note: Nutritional Information does not include the chipotle sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577, Fat 16 g, Carbohydrate 66 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Fiber 7 g, Sodium 1025 mg, Cholesterol 73 mg

BAJA FISH TACOS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 red cabbage, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
Juice of 1 lime, plus wedges for serving
2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Kosher salt
12 corn tortillas
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 pounds skinless halibut fillet, cut into 2-by-1/2-inch pieces
1 Hass avocado
1/2 cup fresh salsa

Steps:

  • Heat about 3 inches vegetable oil in a medium pot over medium-low heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 375 degrees F. Meanwhile, toss the cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, honey and mayonnaise in a bowl. Season the slaw with salt.
  • Warm the tortillas in a skillet over medium-low heat or wrap in a damp cloth and microwave 25 seconds. Wrap in a towel to keep warm.
  • Mix the flour, chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste in a shallow bowl. Dredge the fish in the flour mixture, then fry in batches until golden and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt.
  • Halve, pit and slice the avocado. Fill the tortillas with the fish, avocado, slaw and salsa. Serve with lime wedges.

BARB'S BAJA CRISPY FISH TACOS



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We have been trying different ways to make fish tacos. I came up with this very easy, tasty recipe.This recipe does not call for seasoned salt. I could not get Lawry's Baja Chipotle sauce to post right.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 crunchy breaded fish fillets (any brand)
2 cups coleslaw mix (with carrots & red cabbage)
2/3 cup sour cream
3 -4 tablespoons Lawry's baja chipotle sauce with lime juice (more or less to taste)
6 whole wheat tortillas (or multi-grain)

Steps:

  • Bake fish according to directions on package.
  • Mix sour cream & Lawry marinade in a small bowl.
  • Heat tortillas in microwave until warm.
  • When fish is crispy, cut fish into 1/2 inch chunks.
  • Place fish on tortilla top with sauce(we like lots of sauce) & cabbage; roll up & enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.1, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 26.6, Sodium 965.3, Carbohydrate 54.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3.3, Protein 10.5

THE BEST BAJA FISH TACOS WITH BAJA CREAM SAUCE



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These crispy, beer battered Baja fish tacos wrapped in soft corn tortillas are topped with crunchy cabbage and a tangy white Mexican cream sauce.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound cod or halibut (, or other mild white fish)
1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
8-10 ounces Mexican beer (, such as Modelo or Pacifico)
1 quart canola oil
20 small corn tortillas (, 4 1/2 to 5 inches in diameter)
1/2 head green cabbage (, finely slivered)
1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 limes
kosher salt
pico de gallo

Steps:

  • Cut the fish into 3 inch X 1/2 inch pieces, about the size of a middle finger. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch and baking powder with the yellow mustard and 8 ounces of beer. Add more beer 1 tablespoon at a time until the batter is the consistency of pancake batter. Press out any clumps with the back of a spoon.
  • Heat the oil to 350°-375°F, using a candy or frying thermometer to monitor the temperature. Line a plate with paper towels.
  • One at a time, dredge each piece of fish in the batter, fully coating each piece and shaking off the excess, then gently sliding each filet into the hot oil. Work in batches to not overcrowd the pot. Use a splatter guard or place a lid half way over the pot to avoid oil splashes. Turn the pieces of fish in the oil and cook for 5-7 minutes or until they are golden on all sides. Transfer to the paper towel lined plate and repeat with the remaining fish pieces.
  • While the fish is cooking, mix the Mexican crema, mayonnaise, the juice of 1 lime and 1-2 pinches of kosher salt in a small bowl. Transfer to a squeeze bottle if desired and set aside.
  • Heat a dry, non-stick skillet over medium high heat and warm the tortillas on both sides. In batches, dunk the drained fried fish back into the hot oil and cook for 30 seconds until warmed through and crisped on the outside.
  • Stack two tortillas together then add some cabbage and a few spoonfuls of pico de gallo and top with a pice of fish. Drizzle with the white cream sauce and a squeeze of lime. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 178 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BAJA FISH TACOS



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Make and share this Baja Fish Tacos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by beccasextra

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1 lb firm white fish fillet (cut into bit sized pieces)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups Coleslaw (packaged angel hair)
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
8 corn tortillas (6 inch)
8 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl. Add fish; toss to coat. Heat oil in a lgarge skillet over medium high heat. Add fish, saute 5 minutes or until done.
  • Combine cabbage, onions and sour cream in a medium bowl. Warm tortillas according to package directions. Spoon 1/4 Celsius cabbage mixture down center or tortilla. Divide fish evenly among tortillas. Fold in hlaf. Serve with lime wedges.
  • Nutrition: Serving size, 2 tacos, 327 calories, 9.4 g. fat, fiber 4.6 g.

BAJA FISH TACOS



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I found many recipes and put the best parts together. A mexican favorite for many. Try them, they are very good! Healthy too!

Provided by littlePirate

Categories     Whitefish

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup nonfat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup taco seasoning
1 lb cod, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
6 whole wheat tortillas
1/4 cup chopped cabbage
1/4 cup chopped tomato
1 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • combine sour cream, mayo, cilantro, lime juice, and 2 tablespoons seasoning in a bowl.
  • mix well and set aside.
  • combine cod, oil, lemon and the rest of the seasoning in a bowl.
  • pour into a pan and cook , stirring often, over medium heat for 4-8 minutes.
  • Fill tortillas with cod, cilantro sauce, tomato, and cabbage.
  • If desired add more lime juice on top of your taco!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 884.5, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 109.6, Sodium 2882.2, Carbohydrate 104.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 12.8, Protein 57.3

BAJA FISH TACOS



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Crisp mahi mahi pans out beautifully when dressed up with fresh lime, cilantro and smoky adobo. One bite and you'll be hooked on these baja fish tacos! -Brooke Keller, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup reduced-fat ranch salad dressing
3 tablespoons adobo sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 pounds mahi mahi, cut into 1-inch strips
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs, beaten
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 cup canola oil
16 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
3 cups shredded cabbage
Additional minced fresh cilantro and lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, adobo sauce, cilantro and lime juice. Chill until serving., Sprinkle mahi mahi with salt and pepper. Place the flour, eggs and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Coat mahi mahi with flour, then dip in eggs and coat with bread crumbs. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook fish in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels., Place fish in tortillas; top with cabbage, sauce mixture and additional cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts :

BAJA FISH TACOS



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This recipe is dedicated to my niece Ruth who lives in San Diego. When I visit we always drive down to Ensenada for fish tacos. The fish are fried in batter there. I've taken a few liberties and added beer and taco seasoning to the batter. I prefer the catfish nuggets because they are nice and firm, have a great taste and are usually the cheapest fish at the local market.

Provided by Mary Leverington

Categories     Catfish

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb catfish nuggets or 1 lb other white fish, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup dark beer
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1/2 bunch cilantro
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning mix (optional)
vegetable oil, for deep fat frying
12 corn tortillas
finely shredded cabbage
chopped tomato
lime wedge
finely chopped onions or scallion
chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk together the flour, beer, and taco seasoning mix.
  • Wash catfish nuggets and pat dry with paper toweling.
  • In a food processor or blender, process for a few seconds sour cream, cilantro, lime juice and additional taco seasoning mix to taste.
  • You don't want to totally liquify the cilantro.
  • Prepare garnishes as you heat about 1/2" of oil in a cast iron skillet or heavy frying pan to 360F.
  • Dip fish nuggets into batter and place in hot oil with a fork.
  • Turn once after about 1 minute and brown the other side for another minute.
  • Do this in batches.
  • Don't crowd the fish.
  • Drain on paper toweling and keep warm in a 200F oven until ready to serve.
  • Heat tortillas in foil in the oven or nuke them wrapped in a clean kitchen towel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.3, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 185.7, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.5, Protein 17.1

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