Description
Crispy Baja Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema are a quick and delicious meal perfect for any occasion. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, these tacos feature tender, beer-battered white fish, topped with zesty avocado crema and fresh ingredients. The delightful crunch of the fish combined with the creaminess of the avocado sauce creates an unforgettable flavor experience. Ideal for taco night or casual gatherings, these tacos are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. Enjoy them with friends and family, and experience a burst of flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs white fish (cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup cold beer (light or Mexican lager)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- ¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocado Crema: Blend avocado, Greek yogurt or sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
- Make the Batter: In a bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Gradually add cold beer until smooth.
- Heat Oil: In a frying pan over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil until shimmering.
- Fry Fish: Dip fish into batter and fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy (about 4-5 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas in a skillet. Layer cabbage on each tortilla; add fried fish and top with avocado crema and pico de gallo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg