Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRiviera MayaFish Tacos Recipe

Fish Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Riviera Maya
Time45m
Serves3

Three soft corn tortillas filled with fried fish Yucatan Style with cabbage. Mexican sauce on the side.

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Ingredients

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Tortillas

Fish

Method

Prepare Cabbage Slaw

  1. 1

    Mix Slaw Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, lime juice, salt, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and set aside to marinate while you prepare the fish.

Prepare Mexican Sauce

  1. 2

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, minced chipotle, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined. Set aside.

Prepare Fish

  1. 3

    Make Batter

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the beer (or sparkling water) and mix until smooth.

  2. 4

    Heat Oil

    In a deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  3. 5

    Fry Fish

    Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces. Dip each piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Assemble Tacos

  1. 6

    Warm Tortillas

    Gently warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  2. 7

    Fill Tortillas

    Place a few pieces of fried fish on each tortilla, top with cabbage slaw, and drizzle with the Mexican sauce.

  3. 8

    Serve

    Serve immediately with extra lime wedges and your favorite sides.

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