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Crispy Baja Fish Tacos

Crispy Baja Fish Tacos

Beer-battered white fish served in soft tortillas with a zesty lime crema and crunchy slaw.

Details

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Servings 4
Difficulty Medium

Ingredients

  • 500g white fish fillets (cod or tilapia), cut into strips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup cold beer
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Whisk flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Whisk in beer until smooth. Let batter rest for 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and zest in a small bowl for the crema.

  4. 4

    Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F).

  5. 5

    Dip fish strips into batter, letting excess drip off.

  6. 6

    Fry fish in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  7. 7

    Warm tortillas in a dry pan.

  8. 8

    Assemble tacos with fish, cabbage, and a drizzle of crema. Garnish with cilantro.