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Crispy Baja Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema (30-Minutes)

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These Crispy Baja Fish Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal made with golden battered fish, fresh slaw, and a zesty avocado crema. Perfect for a weeknight dinner in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish fillets (cod or halibut), cut into strips
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cold sparkling water
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • For Avocado Crema:
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  2. Gradually whisk in cold sparkling water to form a smooth batter.
  3. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Dip fish strips into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then fry in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  5. In a blender, combine avocado, sour cream, lime juice, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth to make avocado crema.
  6. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  7. Assemble tacos by placing cabbage on tortillas, topping with crispy fish, avocado crema, and cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Use fresh white fish for the best texture and flavor.
  • Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper.
  • Crema can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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