FISH TACOS

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Fish tacos, that great meal of the Baja Peninsula, and a taste of summer. They are simple to make, no more complicated in fact than a hamburger or a mess of pancakes, and they are considerably more flavorful. Fried in strips and served onboard warm corn tortillas with a simple salsa, a pinch of fresh cabbage, plenty of lime and a cream sauce you might want to punch up with some chopped chipotle, these fish tacos can turn a cold night into bluebird summer, transporting you from chill into deep humidity and bliss.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 small red onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup roughly chopped cilantro
1 jalapeño, halved lengthwise, seeded and cut crosswise into half moons (optional)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 limes, 1 halved and 1 cut into wedges
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon canned chipotle pepper, finely chopped (optional)
1/2 cup flour, preferably Wondra or other fine-milled flour
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup peanut oil, plus a splash more for greasing pan
Pat of butter
1 pound flounder or any firm white-fleshed fish, cut across the grain of the flesh into strips about 1/2 inch wide by 3 inches long
12 6-inch fresh corn tortillas
2 cups shredded green cabbage
A saucy hot sauce, like Tapatio or Frank's

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro and jalapeño (if using).
  • In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise and sour cream until combined. Season to taste with the halved lime, salt, pepper and chipotle (if using).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, chili powder and 1 1/2 teaspoons each of kosher salt and black pepper. Pour the milk into another medium bowl, and place the fish into it.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of the peanut oil into a 12-inch frying pan and place over medium-high heat until it shimmers and is about to smoke. Remove the fish pieces from the milk bath and dredge them lightly through the flour mixture, shaking to remove excess. Add the butter to the pan. Place some fish pieces in the oil, without crowding them, and cook until deep golden brown on one side, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn carefully and cook for 1 minute more. Remove to a warmed, paper-towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt. Repeat with the remaining fish.
  • Meanwhile, lightly grease a skillet with a drizzle of oil and set over medium heat. Heat the tortillas, one or two at a time, until they are soft and hot. Keep them warm, wrapped in a dish towel.
  • Fill each tortilla with 3 pieces of fish, browned side up, followed by tomato salsa and a pinch of cabbage. Drizzle with the cream sauce. Serve 2 to 3 tacos per person, with lime wedges and hot sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 446, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 686 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Angelica Silva
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These fish tacos are the best! I've tried many different recipes but this one is by far my favorite. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the slaw is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rana waseem
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I made these fish tacos for dinner last night and they were a huge hit! The fish was cooked perfectly and the slaw was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


zaka afridi
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These fish tacos were delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly and the slaw was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Rafiqul islam jebon
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I've made these fish tacos several times now and they are always a hit! They are so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Shadia Islam
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These fish tacos were so good! I used tilapia and it was cooked perfectly. The slaw was also delicious and added a nice crunch to the tacos.


Zion Hepburn
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I made these fish tacos for my family and they loved them! The recipe was easy to follow and the tacos were delicious.


Saif Rimon
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These fish tacos were amazing! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making these again.


Lucas John
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I made these fish tacos for dinner last night and they were a huge hit! The fish was cooked perfectly and the slaw was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Shane Gamangasso
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These fish tacos were delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly and the slaw was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Layne Brooks
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I've made these fish tacos several times now and they are always a hit! They are so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Jessica James
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These fish tacos were so good! I used tilapia and it was cooked perfectly. The slaw was also delicious and added a nice crunch to the tacos.


Batzorig Bayrsaikhan
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I made these fish tacos for my family and they loved them! The recipe was easy to follow and the tacos were delicious.


Jay Mcneil
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These fish tacos were amazing! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making these again.


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