Baja-Style Fish Tacos

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 15
Baja-style fish tacos recipe that's perfect for a weekend party
in Tacos

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup tequila
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 pounds cod fillet , cut into 3- by 1-inch strips
1 cup canned black beans , rinsed and drained
1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and minced ( optional )
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 package coleslaw mix
1 tablespoon chopped green onions
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup oil for deep frying
9 corn or flour tortilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
680
Sugar
6g
Fat
39g
These Baja-style fish tacos are an ideal meal to serve for any casual gathering or party. This recipe features a crispy, deep-fried cod with black bean coleslaw and tangy sauce that’s perfect for wrapping up in a soft tortilla. The fish is marinated in tequila, lime juice, water, kosher salt, turbinado sugar, and chili powder to enhance its flavor. The coleslaw is made with canned black beans, jalapenos, and pre-packaged coleslaw mix which makes preparation quick and easy. The tangy sauce is a perfect complement to the crispy fish and fresh slaw.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine tequila, lime juice, water, kosher salt, turbinado sugar, chili powder to make a marinade.
2.Add cod fillet strips to the marinade, mix well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3.In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, chili powder, cider vinegar, kosher salt, and sugar to make a sauce and refrigerate.
4.In a separate bowl, combine black beans, jalapeno pepper, coleslaw mix, and chopped green onions to make a slaw.
5.Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, chili powder, baking soda, kosher salt. Dip each fish strip in the batter and fry until golden brown.
6.Warm tortillas on a griddle or in a microwave. To serve, place a fish strip on a tortilla, top with the slaw and sauce, and roll up tightly.

PROS

These Baja-style fish tacos are perfect for any occasion especially during a casual party.
They’re a delicious blend of crispy, deep-fried fish with a creamy coleslaw and tangy sauce all wrapped up in a soft tortilla.
They’re easy to make in large quantities which makes them perfect for group gatherings.

CONS

Deep frying the fish means this recipe is higher in calories and fat.
Those watching their caloric intake may want to limit their consumption of this dish to a smaller portion size.
The heat from the jalapeno pepper may also be too strong for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Baja-style fish tacos made with cod, a lean white fish, are an excellent source of protein. Black beans in the slaw add fiber and essential nutrients including zinc, iron, and magnesium which are important for overall health. Coleslaw made with fresh vegetables provides vitamins and minerals. However, since the fish is fried and the sauce has mayonnaise and sour cream, it may not be the healthiest choice for those watching their fat intake.

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