Easy Baja Fish Tacos Recipe

What is your favorite Mexican dish? Mine is Baja fish tacos. Not only is it simple to make at home, but these tacos are also packed with flavors and textures that can satisfy your Mexican food strike in no time.

Trust me! You do not have to be a professional chef to prepare Baja fish tacos. With some ingredients, tools, and approximately 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of hand-sized tacos stuffed with flavorful fillings and, of course, filled with love.

So grab your stuff and get ready to wow others with these delicacies!

The Overview Of Baja Fish Taco

Baja fish taco is a Mexican dish originating in the Baja California Peninsula in Northwest Mexico. It is also a beloved and popular delicacy in San Diego, California, which borders Mexico. And like any Mexican dish, it is rich in flavors and very tasty.

Baja Fish Tacos is a corn or wheat tortilla that wraps crispy fried pieces of white fish and fresh vegetables and is topped with creamy taco sauce and squeezed with plenty of lime juice.

The best fish varieties to use for this taco is whitefish fillets, which have a milder flavor than other types of fish and cook quickly. The fillet is first marinated with spices and beer and then fried, resulting in tender and flavourful fish tacos.

Baja Fish Tacos is such a delicious dish that it will quickly turn a family lunch or dinner into a little family celebration!

Here is an easy-to-follow guide for home-making of this delicious Baja Fish Tacos recipe.

What You Need To Prepare Baja Fish Tacos

Before getting into the section about ingredients, let’s prepare some familiar kitchen tools to make these folded treats.

• Stovetop pan: Go with the large size so you can fry a big batch of fish
• Two bowls: In the two bowls, you will prepare the marinade for the fish and the white sauce for the tacos using a kitchen whisk.
• Kitchen whisk: To combine ingredients together
• Kitchen grater: To cut and grate vegetables into small and uniform pieces
• Cutting board: To place and cut ingredients on it
• Knife: It is a must-have tool to cut, chop, dice food. It should be sharp to do the job with minimal effort.
• Garlic press (optional): This kitchen tool is a time-saver in mincing garlic. But if you do not have it, you can still use a knife to mince the garlic or use a mortar.

Ingredients Used For Baja Fish Tacos

Here are some essential components to make this fish taco. Obviously, the main stars here are tortillas and fish.

For Taco Shells

• Tortillas: You can use either corn or wheat tortillas, depending on your preference.

For Fried Fish

• Fish: Any kind of white fish is suitable for this recipe. I use fillets of cod, but snapper, halibut, mahi-mahi, flounder, grouper, tilapia, etc., are also ideal.
• Beer: It works excellently in moderating the internal temperature of the fish and making the crust crispier. Moreover, pick a light beer.
• Spices: Use cayenne pepper, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
• Flour: You will need some flour to thicken the marinade.
• Garlic: Use fresh garlic cloves. They give a stronger flavor to the dish.
• Oil suitable for frying: I use sunflower oil in this recipe, but canola oil or avocado oil are also suitable. Use a plate covered with kitchen paper to place the fried fish on it. The kitchen paper will absorb the excess oil.

For Creamy Taco Sauce:

• Sour cream: I use pure sour cream, but yogurt is not a bad option. If you decide to use yogurt, the sauce will be a little runnier.
• Mayonnaise: You can use regular or low-fat mayo, based on your liking.
• Garlic: Fresh garlic cloves are the top choice here.
• Lime juice: Use fresh lime and squeeze to get juice
• Spices: Salt and pepper
• Hot sauce: Adobo sauce is best for this recipe. It is made from chili powder, vinegar, sugar, garlic, and herbs and gives a unique flavor to this Mexican dish.

Other Ingredients:

• Vegetables: You can add to your fish tacos Pico de Gallo, Coleslaw, slices of avocado, or just shredded lettuce, which will increase the nutrients in the taco.
• Seasoning: Sprinkle the tacos with fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, and lime juice.

Detailed Instruction On Making Baja Fish Tacos At Home

There are 4 main parts to whip up this delicacy. Do not fret; they are very easy to do, even if you are just a beginner at cooking.

Making Fried Fish

Step 1: Preparing Fish and Seasoning It

First, cut the fish into strips. In a bowl, you should use the kitchen whisk, and mix all the ingredients well for the batter. Dip each piece of fish in it.

Step 2: Cooking Fish

Pour oil suitable for frying into the stovetop pan and heat it over medium-high heat.

Once heated, immediately add the flavored cod. Fry each side for 2-3 minutes. The cod is ready when it is opaque in the center and falling apart slightly.

Step 3: Place Cooked Fish On Oil-Absorbing Paper

Remove the cod from the pan and place it on a plate lined with kitchen paper to rest. Kitchen paper will absorb the excess oil.

Step 4: Continue Working In Batches

Keep repeating until you have fried all the pieces of fish.

Preparing Creamy Taco Sauce

Mix well all the ingredients for the sauce in a second bowl. Of course, you will need to whisk to blend everything together. If you want the sauce to be hotter, you can add more Adobo sauce or another hot sauce of your choice.

Vegetables For Tacos

Prepare your preferred combination of vegetables. Suitable for fish tacos are Pico de Gallo, coleslaw, shredded lettuce, and avocado slices.

For this recipe, the vegetables I choose to add are a salad of shredded purple cabbage, finely chopped tomatoes, onions, and parsley, dressed with lime juice and olive oil, and some slices of avocado.

Preparing Tortillas

You need to heat tortillas at medium-high heat and cook for 1-2 minutes on either side until browned.

Assembling Baja Fish Tacos

After you prepare all components, it is time to assemble them with a few straightforward steps.

Step 1: Fill Taco Shells

Assemble the fish tacos by first spreading the creamy sauce on each tortilla, then spread out the vegetables, and add the fish to the tortilla and the avocado slices.

Drizzle with the sauce again and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Step 2: Fold Tacos And Enjoy!

Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top for the most authentic taste, and enjoy immediately.

More Tips For Frying Fish To Perfection

If you want your frying fish to come out perfectly cooked and browned, here are some tips that I think everyone should apply.

– Use enough oil as long as the fish submerges thoroughly.

– Cut the fish into uniform-sized and thick strips (about 3×1/2-inch pieces)

– Fish pieces must be coated evenly with batter.

– Do not overcrowd fish strips in your pan. Work in batches so the fish can be completely cooked and crispy.

– If possible, opt for a cooking thermometer to check the heated oil temperature. The ideal temp is 350 F degrees.

– Do not use olive oil as it can be burnt quickly.

Roll Your Sleeves Up And Make These Amazing Tacos!

If you are looking for a simple yet tasty lunch or light dinner, Baja fish tacos are perfect, especially if you are a big fan of Mexican cuisine.

I guarantee that you will not need any special skills to make them. So let’s try them this weekend and see how they will turn out. I’d love to hear about your experience with these small treats.

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