Crispy Baja Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema (30-Minutes)
Crispy Baja Fish Tacos with Avocado Crema are a delightful treat that brings vibrant flavors and satisfying crunch to your table in just 30 minutes. This quick and easy recipe features tender, crispy white fish nestled in warm corn tortillas, topped with creamy avocado sauce, fresh veggies, and zesty pico de gallo. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos can be customized with your favorite toppings, making them a hit among all ages. Enjoy a flavorful meal that’s not only quick to prepare but also healthier than traditional fried options. Elevate your taco night experience with these delicious and satisfying bites!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people (8 tacos total) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs white fish (cod, halibut, or mahi-mahi)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup cold beef broth
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- ½ cup pico de gallo
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Prepare the avocado crema by blending avocado, Greek yogurt or sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Gradually whisk in cold beef broth to create a batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dip fish pieces into the batter and fry until golden brown on both sides (about 4–5 minutes each).
- Warm corn tortillas and layer with shredded cabbage, fried fish pieces, pico de gallo, and avocado crema.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra zesty kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg