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A serving of delicious Baja-style fish tacos, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime.

Proven way to grow Your Fish Tacos (Baja Style)

This recipe details how to prepare authentic Baja-style fish tacos with crispy fried fish, fresh cabbage, a creamy white sauce, and a squeeze of lime, for a refreshing and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 1 lb cod fillets or other firm white fish
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.75 cup beer cold, light-colored
  • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying
For the White Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp cumin
  • 0.125 tsp salt
For Serving
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups green cabbage shredded
  • 4 lime wedges
  • 1 cup Pico de gallo optional
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls (medium and small)
  • Whisk
  • Paper Towels
  • Deep Skillet or Dutch Oven
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Prepare the Fish
  1. Cut the fish into 1-inch wide strips approximately 3-4 inches long and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gradually whisk in the cold beer until you have a smooth, pancake-like batter; avoid overmixing and set aside.
Make the White Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, and salt.
  2. Stir well to combine and refrigerate until ready to use.
Fry the Fish
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Dip each fish strip into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated, and carefully place it into the hot oil.
  3. Fry the fish in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove the fish with a slotted spoon and place it on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm the corn tortillas according to package instructions, typically in a dry skillet or microwave.
  2. Fill each tortilla with a few pieces of fried fish, shredded cabbage, a generous drizzle of white sauce, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
  3. Optionally, add pico de gallo and a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.

Notes

For extra crispiness, ensure the beer is very cold. You can also experiment with different types of white fish like tilapia or mahi-mahi. Serve immediately for the best texture and enjoy your homemade Baja-style fish tacos!