Baja-Style Crispy Fish Tacos

Tacostan's Baja-style Crispy Fish Tacos melt in your mouth! Fluffy, crispy fish
married with tangy tamarind and a variety of spices create an updated spin on a
classic.

Servings: 4

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Prep Time
45 minutes

Cook Time
10 minutes

Total Time
55 minutes

Course:

Main Course

Cuisine:

Indian Mexican pakistani

Keywords:

Crispy Fish Tacos

Instructions

1 In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, lime juice, and salt until
smooth. Stir in cabbage slaw and cilantro until they are fully mixed and well
coated. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, giving the flavors time to
sit together while you work on the rest of the recipe.
2 In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, tamarind paste, chaat masala, and
salt until smoothly incorporated. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3 If any of the spices are in whole form (seeds or leaf), grind them using a spice
grinder until they form a fine powder. In a small bowl, combine all powdered
spices using a spoon or fork until they are well combined. Divide the masala in
half, about 3 ½ tablespoons for each half.
4 In a medium bowl or plastic bag, mix lemon juice, garlic, salt, and half of the
masala. Place pieces of fish in the bowl or bag and lightly massage to
distribute marinade across the fish. Set aside for 20 minutes.
5 Heat 1-2 inches of canola or vegetable oil in a pan. While oil is heating up,
make the batter. In a large, shallow bowl, mix all-purpose flour, garlic powder,
baking powder, salt, pepper, and remaining half of the masala, and whisk to
combine. Add sparkling water and whisk together until batter is smooth.
6 Test the oil’s temperature by dropping a small dollop of batter in the oil. If
it begins frying and rises to the top immediately, the oil is ready for frying.
Using tongs, dip the marinated pieces of fish into the batter and coat on both
sides. Lightly shake off any excess batter.
7 Lightly fry fish for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper
towels. Continue frying fish in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Serve immediately.
8 Assemble tacos. Place a small spoonful of mayo on each tortilla, placing 2
pieces of fish on top. Then top with cabbage slaw. If desired, sprinkle with
additional cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Baja-Style Crispy Fish Tacos

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