Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Baja-inspired fried fish tacos, a culinary symphony of crispy fish, tangy chipotle aioli sauce, and an array of vibrant toppings. This delectable dish is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes, featuring golden-brown fish enveloped in a light and crispy batter, perfectly balancing the tender, flaky fish within. Each taco is adorned with a luscious chipotle aioli sauce, a creamy and spicy concoction that adds a smoky depth of flavor. Accompaniments such as shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and fresh cilantro provide a refreshing contrast, while a squeeze of lime adds a burst of citrusy brightness. Whether you prefer cod, tilapia, or halibut, this recipe offers variations to suit your seafood preference. The homemade chipotle aioli sauce, with its blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and chipotle peppers, is a versatile condiment that elevates not only tacos but also sandwiches, burgers, and even grilled vegetables.
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BAJA FISH TACOS
These Baja fish tacos are made from crispy beer-battered cod tucked into corn tortillas, topped with a cabbage slaw and smoky chipotle sauce.
Provided by Jennifer Segal (slaw and chipotle sauce adapted from Cook's Illustrated)
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Toss the cabbage, red onion, cilantro, vinegar, oil and salt together in a medium bowl and set aside.
- Combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle chiles with sauce and garlic in a blender or mini food processor and blend until smooth. Set aside.
- Mix the flour, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl. Gradually add the beer, whisking until the batter is smooth with no lumps. Set aside.
- In a medium skillet, over medium heat, add enough oil to reach a depth of ½-inch. Heat the oil until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F, or when the end of a wooden spoon sizzles when dipped into the oil.
- Working in batches so as not to crowd the pan, dip the fish strips in the beer batter and coat on both sides. Let the excess batter drip off, then fry the fish in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
- Smear each tortilla with a generous amount of the chipotle sauce, then top with the cabbage slaw. Lay one piece of fish inside each tortilla and serve with lime wedges.
- Note: 3 chipotle peppers and 2 teaspoons sauce will give you a spicy sauce. Use less for a milder sauce. You can freeze any leftover chipotle peppers from the can.
- Note: Nutritional information was calculated assuming that approximately 3 tablespoons of oil are absorbed into the fish when fried.
- Note: Nutritional Information does not include the chipotle sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 577, Fat 16 g, Carbohydrate 66 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sugar 4 g, Fiber 7 g, Sodium 1025 mg, Cholesterol 73 mg
FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI
I LOVE Rubios Fish Tacos. I have tried so many recipes for fish tacos but none have come close. I finally was able to combine a few to get to this favorite of mine. While, they still aren't as good as Rubios....they are my second favorite.
Provided by Melanie B.
Categories Halibut
Time 40m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make the sauce:.
- Put mayonnaise, sour cream, peppers, and lime juice in a blender and process to a puree. Add salt & pepper to taste. Place in a bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour. After chilled test for seasoning. Add salt & pepper if needed.
- To make the fish:.
- Heat a heavy pan about 1/4 full of peanut oil to approximately 375 degrees. Place Panko crumbs, salt, pepper, and chipotle powder in a shallow bowl. Wisk eggs into another shallow bowl with some salt & pepper. Slice fish into taco size pieces, about 1 inch wide by 3-4 inches long. Dip fish into the egg wash and coat with panko crumbs. Make sure that the fish is well coated but not over coated (shake well). Let rest for a 2-3 minutes before cooking.
- Cook the fish in the hot oil in small batches. This will keep the temperature high so you can cook the fish fast. Cook the fish for about 4-5 minutes until golden browned and crispy. Once cooked, place on paper towels and pat dry to drain any residual oil.
- Steam corn tortillas according to package instructions. You can also heat them on the stove.
- Serve tacos by placing some sauce in the bottom of a tortilla, add fish, and the cabbage. Garnish with a fresh lime wedge. I also like to add some fresh fruit salsa, like my Pineapple salsa with this recipe.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.6, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 120.3, Sodium 1614.3, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.9, Protein 32
FISH TACOS WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE SAUCE AND PICO DE GALLO
Steps:
- For the tortillas: Brush a hot griddle with oil and heat the tortillas on each side to brown them up a bit. Wrap them in foil to keep hot until it's time to eat.
- For the fish: In a bowl, combine the chile powder, garlic salt, lime juice and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Toss the mixture with the fish in a shallow container and marinate for 15 minutes.
- For the chipotle sauce: In the meantime, combine the mayonnaise, cilantro, honey, chipotles, lime juice and salt in a food processor and blend until creamy and smooth. Transfer the sauce to a container (I like to store it in a squeeze bottle) and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Put the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the fish and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate and flake with a fork.
- To build each taco, spoon some fish onto 2 stacked tortillas (see Cook's Note). Top with some chipotle sauce, cabbage, cilantro and Pico de Gallo.
- In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
FRIED FISH TACO WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI SAUCE
Not only was this my first attempt at making a fish taco but also my first time eating one. Not sure I will ever want another traditional beef taco ever again. I watched a food show where they were showing some restaurants best dishes. Fish Tacos caught my attention. While they didn't give you the ingredients I got a pretty...
Provided by Diane Atherton
Categories Sandwiches
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- 1. CHIPOTLE AIOLI SAUCE: Combine together in mini blender or use hand blender; set aside.
- 2. FISH: Combine flour, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper in a pan. Pour buttermilk in another pan. Combine panko, all-purpose seasoning and salt in another pan. Deep fry at 375 until browned nicely.
- 3. SLAW: Combine cabbage, carrots and onion. Mix mayo, lime juice and pepper together. Add mayo mixture to cabbage mixture. Be careful and don't add too much, you don't want it runny but just enough to slightly moisten the slaw.
- 4. TACO: Spread Aioli sauce on warmed tortillas, top with fried fish (can break into pieces), cover with slaw and top with diced tomatoes; salt and pepper if desired.
BAJA FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI ROJO SALSA
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 30
Steps:
- For the cabbage slaw: Add the cabbage to a mixing bowl and season with salt. Toss with your hands and gently massage the cabbage to tenderize. Add the cilantro and juice from the lime.
- For the smoky chipotle aioli: Combine the mayonnaise, chipotle and agave in a small bowl. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- For the Baja fish tacos: Carefully cut the halibut into 12 even-sized pieces (each about 4 inches long). Combine the cornstarch, chili powder and 3/4 cup flour in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using a whisk, create a well in the center and slowly pour in the beer as you stir. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the beer, forming a smooth batter.
- Heat 3 inches oil in a heavy pot to 350 degrees F. Line a tray with paper towels.
- Season the remaining 1/4 cup flour in a shallow dish with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge each piece of fish in it, shaking off any excess. Dip into the batter, then place in the hot oil. Cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain on the paper towels and season with salt. Keep warm.
- To assemble, place a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Place the tortillas in the pan 2 at a time and lightly drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and cook until golden and the Parmesan is crispy and stuck to the tortilla, 30 to 40 seconds on each side.
- To make each taco, smear a little chipotle aioli on the bottom of each tortilla. Top with some drained slaw, a piece of crispy fish and some Rojo Salsa. Serve with Tortilla Chips.
- Remove the stems and seeds from the dried chiles, then tear them into large pieces. Toast the chiles in a large saute pan over medium-high heat until they start to change color, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and add hot water to just cover the chiles (about 2 cups). Place back on medium-low heat and simmer until soft and tender, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Place the tomatoes, garlic, jalapeno and onions on a baking tray, then broil until everything is charred well, turning once, 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a blender along with the chiles and their cooking liquid and pulse until smooth but still with a little texture. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Set aside until ready to serve.
- Break down the salt into finer pieces in a mortar and pestle (so it sticks to the chips better).
- Heat 5 to 6 inches oil to 350 degrees F in a heavy pot.
- Stack up the tortillas and cut into 6 even pieces. Working in batches, sprinkle into the hot oil and cook, stirring so they don't stick together, until puffed and golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and place on a rack over a tray. Season with salt immediately. Serve warm with salsa.
FRIED FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME SALSA
Crunchy fried fish tacos with a delicious and easy homemade chipotle salsa! My husband loves these, and it's a great summer meal to eat outside with a beer or a margarita. Yummy!
Provided by Nurjahan Boulden
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place 1/2 cup flour in a small bowl. Combine remaining flour with panko bread crumbs, seasoned salt, garlic powder, lemon pepper, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a shallow bowl. Whisk eggs in a separate small bowl.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Roll tilapia in flour, dip in the egg mixture, roll in the panko-flour mixture, and place in the hot oil. Fry until light brown, about 3 minutes per side. Place on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Heat tortillas in a separate skillet over medium-low heat.
- Combine ranch dressing, salsa, lime, and chipotle chile in a small bowl for the salsa.
- Divide tilapia over the warmed tortillas and serve with salsa and cabbage.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 239.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
GRILLED FISH TACOS WITH CHIPOTLE-LIME DRESSING
I came up with this recipe when I couldn't find good directions for grilled fish tacos. I liked the chipotle-lime combination in a dip I once tried so I imitated it here. Choose toppings to suit your taste, or include typical accompaniments such as salsa fresca, cabbage, a squeeze of lime juice, and chopped cilantro.
Provided by MaryD
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 6h44m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- To make the marinade, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, lime zest, honey, garlic, cumin, chili powder, seafood seasoning, black pepper, and hot sauce in a bowl until blended. Place the tilapia in a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the fish. Cover, and refrigerate 6 to 8 hours.
- To make the dressing, combine the sour cream and adobo sauce in a bowl. Stir in the lime juice, lime zest, cumin, chili powder, seafood seasoning. Add salt, and pepper in desired amounts. Cover, and refrigerate until needed.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate. Set grate 4 inches from the heat.
- Remove fish from marinade, drain off any excess and discard marinade. Grill fish pieces until easily flaked with a fork, turning once, about 9 minutes.
- Assemble tacos by placing fish pieces in the center of tortillas with desired amounts of tomatoes, cilantro, and cabbage; drizzle with dressing. To serve, roll up tortillas around fillings, and garnish with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 644.3 mg, Sugar 7 g
FISH TACO SAUCE
I use this sauce for my fish tacos. You can make this ahead and keep in the fridge. You can substitute any hot sauce for the sriracha.
Provided by Kaylee Flores
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, and sriracha hot sauce together in a bowl until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 48.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
Tips:
- To achieve the perfect crispy fish, double-coat the fish fillets in the seasoned flour mixture. This creates a protective barrier that ensures the fish stays moist and flaky on the inside while achieving a golden-brown crust on the outside.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the fish. Give each fillet enough space to fry evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a combination of neutral oil and butter for frying. The neutral oil provides a high smoke point, while the butter adds richness and flavor.
- To make the chipotle aioli sauce, use a good quality mayonnaise. This will ensure a creamy and flavorful sauce.
- Use fresh lime juice in the chipotle aioli sauce. This will give the sauce a bright and tangy flavor.
- If you don't have chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of chipotle powder.
- Serve the fish tacos immediately after frying the fish. This will ensure the fish is at its crispiest and most delicious.
Conclusion:
These fried fish tacos with chipotle aioli sauce are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The crispy fish, creamy chipotle aioli sauce, and fresh toppings come together to create a flavorful and satisfying taco that will surely be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a tasty and hassle-free meal, give these fried fish tacos a try!
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