Fish Tacos Recipe
fried mahi mahi, dry slaw, chipotle ranch dressing & served with fries. substitute grilled shrimp or steak for FMV
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Ingredients
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Fish
Slaw
Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Assembly
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Battering
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add cold water to create a smooth batter.
- 2
Fry the Mahi Mahi
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Dip the mahi mahi fillets into the batter and carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Slaw Preparation
- 3
Mix the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss well to combine.
Chipotle Ranch Dressing Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, mix the ranch dressing, minced chipotle peppers, and lime juice until well combined. Adjust the seasoning with additional chipotle or lime juice if desired.
Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Tacos
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side. Place fried mahi mahi on each tortilla, topped with the slaw and a drizzle of chipotle ranch dressing. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- 6
Serve with Fries
Fry or bake the fries according to package instructions or your preferred method. Serve alongside the tacos.
