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Baja Fish Tacos

The BEST Fish Tacos! Loaded with citrus slaw, avocado, and spicy chipotle mayo, these tacos are packed with delicious flavor and perfect for the whole family!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 655kcal
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

Fish

  • 1 1/2 - 2 pounds fresh cod sliced
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 12 ounces beer any light beer will work well
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Citrus Slaw

  • 2 cups cole slaw mix
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 Tablespoons pineapple juice
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Chipotle Mayo

  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon adobo sauce

Other

  • 2 cups Canola oil
  • 1 package white corn tortillas
  • 1-2 avocados thinly sliced

Instructions

  • Prepare citrus slaw by combining all ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • Prepare chipotle mayo by combining all ingredients in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • Slice cod into 1x2 inch pieces. Pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
  • Prepare batter by combining flour, panko bread crumbs, and seasonings in a medium mixing bowl. Stir in beer; mix until no clumps remain.
  • Pour canola oil into a medium skillet, filling it about 1 inch deep. Heat on medium-high to 350°.
  • Working in small batches, dip fish into batter. Add battered fish to hot oil. Fry for 2 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  • Remove fish from oil and place on a wire rack. Continue until all fish is fried.
  • Heat tortillas as desired. Assemble tacos by adding fish, citrus slaw, and sliced avocado to tortillas. Top with sauce and additional cilantro, as desired.

Notes

    • Traditionally, Baja-style tacos are paired with corn tortillas. However, if your family prefers flour tortillas you can feel free to substitute.
    • Substitute orange juice or lemon juice for the pineapple juice, or just use more lime juice.
    • The citrus slaw can be made up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
    • Adobo Sauce can be found in the Mexican food aisle at your local grocery store. It is sometimes sold separately in a jar. If not, you can use the sauce from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 655kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 47g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 442mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g