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Baja-style fish tacos are traditionally battered and deep-fried, but this pan-seared version keeps things lighter and faster without losing the essential lime and chili punch that defines them. A quick cabbage slaw and a creamy chipotle crema add crunch and heat, all piled onto warm corn tortillas.
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
4 people
Difficulty
easy
Per serving
340kcal
Calories
26g
Protein
32g
Carbs
13g
Fat
4g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
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Pat the fish fillets dry and season with the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
For the slaw, toss the shredded cabbage with the lime juice, chopped cilantro, and a pinch of salt; set aside.
For the crema, mix the sour cream, chipotle in adobo, and a squeeze of lime juice until smooth.
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the fish for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and it flakes easily with a fork.
Flake the cooked fish into large pieces using a fork.
Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet or over an open flame for 20-30 seconds per side until slightly charred and pliable.
Assemble the tacos: fill each tortilla with the flaked fish, a scoop of the cabbage slaw, and a drizzle of the chipotle crema.
Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Don't Overcook the Fish: A few minutes per side is enough for most white fish fillets - pull it from the heat as soon as it flakes easily to avoid a dry, tough texture. Dress the Slaw Just Before Serving: Tossing the cabbage with lime juice too far ahead can make it soggy - mix it right before assembling the tacos for the best crunch. Double Up the Tortillas: Using two warm corn tortillas per taco is a classic street-taco trick that prevents them from tearing under the weight of the filling.
Yes, mahi-mahi, halibut, or any firm white fish works well - just adjust the cooking time slightly based on the thickness of the fillets.
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