Tacos de Pescado Baja

Tacos de Pescado Baja are a delightful Mexican dish that features crispy, seasoned fish wrapped in warm corn tortillas, topped with fresh cabbage slaw and a zesty crema. This dish is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and healthy dinner option.

Tacos de Pescado Baja
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • White fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) - 300 grams
  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • All-purpose flour - 50 grams
  • Cornstarch - 20 grams
  • Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Vegetable oil (for frying) - 200 ml
  • Cabbage (shredded) - 1 cup
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Lime - 1, juiced
  • Greek yogurt (for crema) - 100 grams
  • Mayonnaise - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Avocado (sliced) - 1, for garnish

Steps

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create the batter.
  2. Dip the fish fillets into the batter, ensuring they're evenly coated.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Carefully place the battered fish into the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic powder, chili powder, and lime juice to make the crema.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  7. To assemble the tacos, place a few pieces of the fried fish onto each tortilla.
  8. Top with shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of the crema.
  9. Add avocado slices on top for garnish and serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

Tags

MexicanHigh ProteinDinner