Superior Baja Tacos Recipe
Two soft white corn tortillas with your choice grilled mesquite tilapia or shrimp, shredded lettuce, red cabbage and diced tomatoes. Served with chicken soup and rice.
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Ingredients
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Tacos
Chicken Soup
Rice
Method
Tacos Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Protein
In a bowl, combine the mesquite tilapia or shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
- 2
Grill the Protein
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated tilapia or shrimp for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let it rest.
- 3
Assemble the Tacos
Warm the white corn tortillas on a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side. Place the grilled tilapia or shrimp on each tortilla, and top with shredded lettuce, red cabbage, and diced tomatoes.
Chicken Soup Preparation
- 4
- 5
Add Broth and Chicken
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the shredded chicken, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- 6
Finish the Soup
Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Rice Preparation
- 7
Cook the Rice
In a saucepan, combine the white rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- 8
Fluff the Rice
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
