Baja Fish Tacos with Chipotle Mango Salsa.
These tacos though? They are particularly special. Two words: beer battered.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 739kcal
- 1 1/2 pounds white fish cut into 1 inch chunks (I used mahi mahi)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup light beer
- vegetable oil or canola oil for frying
- soft flour or corn tortillas warmed
- shredded cheddar or cotija cheese crumbled
- shredded lettuce fresh cilantro and yogurt, for serving
Heat 1-2 inches of oil in a medium pot over medium heat until a deep fry thermometer reaches 375 degrees F.
Toss the fish with the chili powder. Add the flour, baking powder and beer to a bowl, stir until just combined. Once the oil is hot, dip the fish in the beer batter, then fry in batches until golden and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Season with salt and lime zest.
Divide the fish among the warmed tacos shells and top with shredded lettuce, salsa (recipe below) and cheese. EAT!
Creamy Tomatillo Sauce
Preheat the broiler to high. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Add the peeled tomatillos and place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, turning once or twice or until the tomatillos are mostly charred all over. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Then add the charred tomatillos and the remaining ingredients to a blender or food processor. Pure until smooth and adjust salt as needed. Sauce with will keep in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Calories: 739kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 467mg | Potassium: 1337mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1460IU | Vitamin C: 54.4mg | Calcium: 193mg | Iron: 5.5mg