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    Home » Recipes » Dinners » Tacos

    Baja Tacos Recipe

    Published: Mar 29, 2022 · Modified: May 17, 2022 by Ang Paris · 1 Comment
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    These Baja Fish Tacos combine delicious beer-battered, fried whitefish with the crunch of fresh slaw on a warm tortilla. Taco Tuesday will never be the same.
    Total Time 15 minutes
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    Baja tacos are a delicious twist on taco Tuesday. You will love the combination of fried fish and crisp slaw topped with a delicious sauce. Done in 15 minutes! via @jugglingactmamaBaja tacos are a delicious twist on taco Tuesday. You will love the combination of fried fish and crisp slaw topped with a delicious sauce. Done in 15 minutes! via @jugglingactmamaBaja tacos are a delicious twist on taco Tuesday. You will love the combination of fried fish and crisp slaw topped with a delicious sauce. Done in 15 minutes! via @jugglingactmama

    My Baja Tacos with tender fried fish in a beer batter is the perfect way to mix it up on taco Tuesday.

    Close up image of baja tacos on a blue dish
    These are the best baja fish tacos and you can make them right at home!
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    There's nothing quite like mouthwatering Baja Fish Tacos! Crispy beer-battered cod (you can substitute the beer if you prefer) inside a soft tortilla with fresh Pico de Gallo and drizzled with fish taco sauce. YUM!

    These are great for Taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo, or anytime - because really, there's never a bad time for tacos. One bite and you'll think you're sitting in a Mexican restaurant in Baja California!

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    Ingredients

    • Fresh or frozen firm whitefish such as tilapia, cod, or red snapper
    • All-purpose flour
    • Cornstarch
    • Paprika
    • Baking powder
    • Beer
    • Egg
    • Vegetable oil for frying
    • Tortillas
    • Red cabbage or cabbage slaw mix
    • Avocados
    • Salsa or Pico de Gallo
    • Lime wedges

    For the Fish Sauce

    • Sour cream, regular, light, or Greek yogurt
    • Mayonnaise
    • Garlic powder
    • Ground cumin
    • Cayenne pepper
    • Salt and Black Pepper
    • Freshly squeezed lime juice
    • Sriracha or hot sauce to taste, optional

    Instructions

    This is meant to be a brief overview of our delicious fish tacos recipe. For step-by-step instructions and a full printable recipe card with ingredients, please scroll down to the teal box below or Jump to Recipe.

    1. Thaw fish if frozen, rinse, and pat dry with a paper towel.
    2. To make the batter, in a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup flour, cornstarch, paprika, and baking powder.
    3. Add beer and egg and stir until batter is combined well, but slightly lumpy.
    4. Preheat oven to 200 degrees and place a sheet pan inside to warm.
    5. In a large skillet, heat 1 inch of oil for frying to 375 degrees F.
    6. Add remaining ¾ cup flour to a shallow dish.
    7. Dip fish in flour, shake off excess.
    8. Dip into batter and fry, 4-5 pieces at a time, depending on the size of your skillet for 2-4 minutes or until crispy and golden.
    9. Drain on a paper towel, place on a sheet pan in the oven to keep warm.
    10. Fry remaining fish.
    11. Serve 1-2 pieces of fish on each flour tortilla or soft corn tortilla with fish taco sauce and toppings of your choice.

    How to Make Fish Sauce

    1. Whisk together all ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined.
    2. Store in a covered jar in the refrigerator.
    3. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.
    4. Serve with Fish Tacos.
    White fish in a dish filled with flour. The beer batter is in a mixing bowl to the side.
    Our baja fish tacos recipe starts with white fish like fresh cod. You can also use bass, grouper, or haddock.

    Equipment

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    Here is what you will need to make this baja fish taco recipe:

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    • Medium Mixing Bowl
    • Sheet pan

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    Serving Suggestions

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    Want some sides to go along with your fish tacos? Check out our post on Taco Bar Side Dishes with lots of yummy ideas from salsa to rice and much more!

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    What to Serve with Baja Fish Tacos

    You can customize your fish tacos anyway you like with pickled red onion, a spoonful of seasoned black beans, or a drizzle of chipotle sauce.

    I adore this Mango Salsa, but my husband prefers fresh Pico de Gallo.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the best fish to use for fish tacos?

    We prefer a firm whitefish like tilapia or cod. You need the fish to hold up when frying.

    Do I have to use beer in this recipe?

    No! If you don't drink, or don't prefer to cook with alcohol, you can substitute Sprite or Ginger Ale for a similar flavor.

    Top down view of completed baja tacos on a blue serving dish surrounded by cilantro and avocado.

    Baja Tacos

    Not ready to make the best fish tacos yet? Don’t forget to pin the awesome recipe for later!

    When you do make it, please be sure to tag me on Instagram @jugglingactmama or #jugglingactmama – I’d love to see your pictures! And finally, if you get a chance, please comment and leave me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below!

    Baja Fish Tacos

    These Baja Fish Tacos combine delicious beer-battered, fried whitefish with the crunch of fresh slaw on a warm tortilla. Taco Tuesday will never be the same.
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: Baja Tacos Recipe
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 641kcal
    Author: Ang Paris

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    Equipment

    • Whisk
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Dry Measuring Cups
    • Skillet
    • Medium Mixing Bowl
    • Sheet pan

    Ingredients

    Tacos

    • 2 pounds fresh or frozen firm whitefish such as tilapia, cod, or red snapper
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour divided
    • ¼ cup cornstarch
    • 1 tablespoons paprika
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 cup beer **see notes
    • 1 large egg lightly beaten
    • Vegetable oil for frying
    • Tortillas
    • Red cabbage or cabbage slaw mix for serving
    • Avocados for serving
    • Salsa or Pico de Gallo for serving
    • Lime wedges for serving

    Fish Sauce

    • 1 cup sour cream regular, light or Greek yogurt
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
    • Sriracha or hot sauce to taste, optional

    Instructions

    To Make the Baja Tacos

    • Thaw fish if frozen, rinse and pat dry with paper towel
    • To make batter, in a medium bowl, combine ¾ cup flour, cornstarch, paprika and baking powder
    • Add beer and egg and stir until batter is combined well, but slightly lumpy
    • Preheat oven to 200 degrees and place a sheet pan inside to warm
    • In a large skillet, heat 1 inch of oil for frying to 375 degrees F
    • Add remaining ¾ cup flour to a shallow dish
    • Dip fish in flour, shake off excess
    • Dip into batter and fry, 4-5 pieces at a time, depending on the size of your skillet for 2-4 minutes or until crispy and golden
    • Drain on a paper towel, place on a sheet pan in the oven to keep warm
    • Fry remaining fish
    • Serve 1-2 pieces of fish on tortillas with fish taco sauce and toppings of your choice

    To Make the Fish Sauce

    • Whisk together all ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined
    • Store in a covered jar in the refrigerator
    • Chill at least 2 hours before serving
    • Serve with Fish Tacos

    Notes

    You can substitute Sprite or Ginger Ale in place of beer

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 641kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 679mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 899IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 3mg
    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    1. Katie says

      March 03, 2022 at 7:53 pm

      5 stars
      YUM! Oh my, I love these fish tacos. These bring me back to taco stands in Baja, sandy beaches, salty air and all day to soak in the sand and surf. Thanks for the awesome recipe!

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