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Baja Fish Tacos

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Enjoy these vibrant Baja fish tacos with crispy fish, fresh slaw, and a zesty lime crema. This recipe brings a taste of the coast to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds cod or tilapia fillets, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1/4 head of green cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 head of red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from canned chipotle peppers)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. In another shallow dish, place the beaten eggs.
  3. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Dredge each piece of fish in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry the fish in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas according to package directions.
  8. In a medium bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, and cilantro.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lime juice, adobo sauce, sour cream, and water until smooth. This is your lime crema.
  10. Assemble the tacos: Fill each tortilla with fried fish, top with cabbage slaw, and drizzle with lime crema. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For grilled fish tacos, season fish with chili powder and cumin, then grill until cooked through.
  • Add diced jalapeño to the slaw for extra heat.
  • Serve with your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick.

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Find it online: https://kingscook.com/fish-tacos-recipe/