Description
Crispy Baja Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema (30-Minutes) are a delightful fusion of crispy, savory fish and creamy avocado, perfect for a quick meal or a festive gathering. This recipe features tender pieces of white fish coated in a light and crispy batter, paired with refreshing toppings that bring vibrant flavors to every bite. The zesty avocado crema adds creaminess that beautifully complements the crunchy cabbage and fresh pico de gallo. In just 30 minutes, you can create an impressive dish that’s sure to please family and friends alike. Ideal for busy weeknights or taco nights, these tacos are versatile and always satisfying!
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 beef broth
- 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 (optional)
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Gradually add cold beef broth while mixing until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces and coat each piece with the batter. Shake off excess.
- Fry the battered fish in batches until golden brown (3–4 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- For the avocado crema: Mash the avocado and mix with Greek yogurt or sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble tacos by warming corn tortillas and layering with shredded cabbage, fried fish pieces, pico de gallo, crumbled cotija cheese (optional), and drizzle with avocado crema.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg