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Crispy Baja Fish Tacos: Irresistibly Crunchy Delight

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Enjoy crispy fish tacos filled with fresh toppings and a zesty lime kick.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound white fish fillets (like cod or tilapia)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry and cut into strips.
  2. Mix flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in one bowl; beat eggs in another.
  3. Dip each fish strip in the egg, then coat in the breading mixture.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry fish strips for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  6. Assemble tacos with fish, cabbage, avocado, cilantro, and lime juice.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, ensure the fish is well-coated in the breading.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free flour)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg