Crispy Fish Tacos With Chipotle Crema
Golden-fried white fish nestled in warm tortillas with zesty slaw, fresh cilantro, and smoky chipotle crema. A vibrant, handheld Mexican classic that's ready in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels and cut into bite-sized pieces or keep whole if small.
Step 2
Combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
Step 3
Blend sour cream, mayo, chipotle peppers, lime juice, and minced garlic until smooth. Set crema aside.
Step 4
Heat oil to 350°F in a deep heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer.
Step 5
Dredge fish pieces in flour mixture, coating all sides. Shake off excess.
Step 6
Fry fish in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Transfer to paper towels.
Step 7
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or over a gas flame for 30 seconds per side.
Step 8
Spread chipotle crema on each warm tortilla.
Step 9
Layer fried fish, shredded cabbage, red onion, and cilantro on each tortilla.
Step 10
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or comal (for warming tortillas)
- deep heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- candy/deep-fry thermometer
- shallow bowl (for dredging)
- slotted spoon or spider strainer
- paper towels
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- blender or food processor (for crema)
- measuring cups and spoons
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