Baja Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema
Crispy pan-fried fish nestled in warm tortillas, topped with a vibrant cabbage slaw and a smoky chipotle crema. This recipe offers a delicious balance of textures and flavors, perfect for a lively weeknight meal.
O rețetă originală de Forkin
- Durată totală
- 45 min.
- Porții
- 4
- Dificultate
- Medie
- Per porție
- 916 kcal
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Pregătirea ingredientelor
Ingrediente
fish
- 600 gcod fillet, cut into 1-inch strips
fish coating
- 0,5 canăall-purpose flour
- 2 lingurăcornstarch
- 1 lingurițăsmoked paprika
- 0,5 lingurițăgarlic powder
- 0,5 lingurițăsalt
- 0,25 lingurițăblack pepper
- 1 buc.egg, beaten
- 2 lingurămilk
for frying
- 0,5 canăvegetable oil
tacos
- 12 buc.corn tortilla
chipotle crema
- 0,5 canămayonnaise
- 0,25 canăsour cream
- 1 buc.chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely minced
- 1 lingurălime juice
- 1 cățelgarlic clove, minced
- 0,25 lingurițăsalt
slaw
- 0,5 buc.red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 0,25 canăcilantro, chopped
garnish
- 1 buc.lime, cut into wedges(opțional)
Ustensile
tongs · paper towels · shallow dishes · large skillet · mixing bowls · whisk
Mod de preparare
Pas cu pas
- 1
Prepare the chipotle crema by combining the mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: Adjust the amount of chipotle pepper to your preferred spice level.
- 2
Stir well until all ingredients are fully combined and set aside.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 3
In a shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for the fish coating.
Aproximativ 2 min.
- 4
In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the egg and milk.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 5
Dredge each fish strip first in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then transfer to the flour mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: Ensure the fish is fully coated for maximum crispiness.
- 6
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Aproximativ 3 min.
- 7
Carefully place the coated fish strips into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- 8
Fry the fish for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Aproximativ 8 min.
Nota bucătarului: The fish should flake easily with a fork when done.
- 9
Transfer the cooked fish to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 10
Warm the corn tortillas according to package instructions, either in a dry skillet, microwave, or oven.
Aproximativ 3 min.
Nota bucătarului: Warming the tortillas makes them more pliable and flavorful.
- 11
Assemble the tacos by placing a few pieces of fried fish in each warm tortilla.
Aproximativ 2 min.
- 12
Top with a generous amount of sliced red cabbage and chopped cilantro.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 13
Drizzle with the prepared chipotle crema and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Per porție
Valori nutriționale
- Calorii
- 916,4kcal
- Proteine
- 37,5g
- Carbohidrați
- 65,7g
- Grăsimi
- 57,7g
- Fibre
- 8,7g
- Zahăr
- 5,5g
Estimare bazată pe cantitățile ingredientelor din rețetă. Valorile pot varia în funcție de mărci și înlocuiri.
Păstrează gustul bun
Store leftover fish and crema separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
Reheat fish in a dry skillet or oven until warmed through. Crema is best served cold.