Baja Fish Taco recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
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Baja Fish Taco Recipe

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@coyotecaferooftopcantina

Jun 01 2025

45m

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Baja Fish Taco in just 45m. Habanero Crema | Tropical Salsa | Cotija Cheese

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Ingredients

For the Fish

For the Habanero Crema

For Garnish

Preparation

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. Coat the Fish

In a bowl, mix together flour and cornmeal. Dredge the marinated fish fillets in the flour mixture until evenly coated.

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.

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