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Baja Fish Tacos

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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 tacos 1x

Ingredients

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For the Fish:

  • 1 1/22 lbs fresh cod, sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 12 oz light beer
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt

For the Citrus Slaw:

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

For the Chipotle Mayo:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp adobo sauce

Other:

  • 2 cups canola oil
  • 1 package white corn tortillas
  • 12 avocados, sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the Slaw: In a small bowl, mix the cole slaw mix, chopped cilantro, lime juice, pineapple juice, and salt. Toss well and set aside to let the flavors mingle.
  2. Mix the Chipotle Mayo: Stir together mayo, honey, and adobo sauce until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Prep the Fish: Slice cod into 1×2 inch pieces and pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure crispiness when frying.
  4. Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, panko, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and salt. Slowly whisk in the beer until smooth.
  5. Heat the Oil: Pour canola oil into a skillet about 1 inch deep and heat over medium-high until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry the Fish: Dip each piece of fish into the batter, let the excess drip off, then gently place into hot oil. Fry for 2 minutes per side or until golden and the internal temp hits 145°F. Drain on a wire rack.
  7. Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
  8. Assemble Tacos: Layer fried fish, slaw, and avocado slices on each tortilla. Drizzle with chipotle mayo and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

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