Baja Fish Taco Recipe
Habanero Crema | Tropical Salsa | Cotija Cheese
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Ingredients
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For the Fish
For the Habanero Crema
For the Tropical Salsa
For Garnish
Method
Prepare the Fish
- 1
Marinate the Fish
Season the fish fillets with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Fry the Fish
Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated fish fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Make the Habanero Crema
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together sour cream, finely chopped habanero pepper, lime juice, and salt to taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Prepare the Tropical Salsa
- 5
Mix the Salsa
In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, diced pineapple, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to taste. Stir well to combine.
Assemble the Tacos
- 6
Build the Tacos
Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with fried fish, top with tropical salsa, drizzle with habanero crema, and sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese.
- 7
Serve
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for extra flavor.
