Baja Shrimp Tacos Recipe
fried shrimp, avocado, cabbage, pickled red onions, cotija cheese, chipotle sauce, cilantro, on flour tortillas with choice of side.
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Ingredients
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Taco Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Dredge the shrimp in the buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.
- 2
Fry the Shrimp
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 3
Assemble the Tacos
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet. To each tortilla, add fried shrimp, avocado slices, shredded cabbage, pickled red onions, cotija cheese, a drizzle of chipotle sauce, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
- 4
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately with your choice of side, such as rice or beans.