What fish is best?
In Baja, the traditional choice is corvina, rockfish, or halibut. Any firm white fish with a mild flavor works well — cod, pollock, tilapia, or snapper. Avoid oily fish like salmon or mackerel; the flavors are too strong.
Mexican · dinner
Fish Tacos — Baja-style beer batter, white fish, chipotle crema
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40m
Total time
4
Servings
—
kcal
medium
Difficulty
May 18, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
4
Seafood
- 600 g firm white fish fillets (cod or pollock), cut in 3 cm strips
Pantry
- 150 g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp fine salt
Other
- 200 ml cold beer (lager)
Spice
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 1 chipotle in adobo, minced
Fat
- 500 ml neutral oil (for frying)
Dairy
- 120 ml Mexican crema or sour cream
Produce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 200 g white cabbage, very finely shredded
- 3 limes, to serve
Bread
- 16 corn tortillas (small), warmed
Herb
- 20 g fresh cilantro, to serve
THE METHOD.
tap to check off
0/8 done
FAQ · Things people ask
About this recipe.
Can I make the batter without beer?
Yes. Use cold sparkling water in the same quantity. The carbonation is what matters for texture, not the alcohol.
What goes in a real Baja fish taco?
Double corn tortilla, battered fish, shredded cabbage (raw, not pickled), chipotle crema, and lime. Pico de gallo and avocado are common additions. No cheese, no sour cream from a packet, no iceberg lettuce.
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