READY IN 35 mins

Baja Fish Tacos

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"If you travel to Mexico's Baja region or to sunny San Diego, you will find hundreds of restaurants and food stands offering fish tacos! Once you try this tasty recipe for yourself, you'll understand what the craze is about. Top these tacos with your choice of cabbage, tomatoes, lime juice, and/or taco sauce." — Ortega®

Directions

COMBINE sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro and 2 tablespoons seasoning mix in small bowl.
COMBINE cod, vegetable oil, lemon juice and remaining seasoning mix in medium bowl; pour into large skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork.
FILL taco shells with fish mixture. Top with cabbage, tomato and sour cream mixture, lime juice and taco sauce.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 10 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 13, 2008

I live on the west coast of FL and fish tacos are a staple. I thought Rockaways had the best fish tacos until I made this recipe. I AM IN LOVE! I used grouper, 40% less sodium taco mix, used half the called for amount in the mayo/sour cream mix (otherwise too salty), sprinkled some cheddar cheese and served in flour tortillas. Absoulutely to die for!! Thank you!

—LOOSENUP

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Aug 09, 2010

unfortunately the fish I used detracted from this recipe. I had frozen boneless, skinless cod pieces that I'm afraid were just not the best quality (you could tell they were not frozen when the fish was fresh). In any case I was not overly excited about these fish tacos. I subbed a few things. I had old el paso seasoning on hand so that is what i used. I used corn tortillas. I also used low fat sour cream with just a dab of mayo blended in. we used napa cabbage, garden fresh tomatoes, onions, bananna peppers, salsa, and shredded cheese as toppings. Overall I was not very happy with this taco. Its not that it was bad. But the overall flavor was not appealing. I may try these again with a better piece of fish to see if that makes a difference. Despite the flavor issues I had, this was very easy to throw together.

—jessicalyn98

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Sep 07, 2005

Very good! Instead of making fish tacos I made fish tostadas and used the sour cream topping as a spread on the tostada. Everyone has asked for this recipe. You can also use shrimp instead of fish.

—SD1GMZ

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Jan 18, 2003

Fabulous recipe! Great way to eat healthy! I used non-fat mayo and sour cream..it was great! I also used cod that I had in the freezer. Will make again!

—GINNYG

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Jan 18, 2003

Good recipe! I used catfish nuggets for the fish. Added a can of beer to the marinade and used warmed fresh corn tortillas instead of taco shells. Delicious.

—BIZEEMOM

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Mar 16, 2007

This is an excellent healthy dish. I used talapia and it was outstanding. I may never go back to chicken.

—Air23

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Jan 18, 2003

This is truly fantastic! My husband had a craving for fish tacos like the one he would get on his surfing vacations! I did it! He loved them!

—ECBUOY

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Jan 18, 2003

These were very good! We grilled halibut steaks and flaked them apart for the tacos. By using non-fat sour cream (no mayo!) and reduced-fat tortillas and cheese it turned out to be a very low-fat and delicious meal! We will definitely be having these again!

—Shelley W

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Nutrition

Calories
427 kcal
21%

Carbohydrates
26.2 g
8%

Cholesterol
51 mg
17%

Fat
29.2 g
45%

Fiber
2.2 g
9%

Protein
17 g
34%

Sodium
790 mg
32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Baja Fish Tacos

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 427
Calories from Fat: 263

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.2g 45 %
Saturated Fat 6.3g 32 %
Cholesterol 51mg 17 %
Sodium 790mg 32 %
** Potassium 370mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 26.2g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9 %
Protein 17g 34 %
Sugars 1.4g
Vitamin A 6 %
Vitamin C 6 %
Calcium 10 %
Iron 7 %
** Thiamin < 1 %
** Niacin 2 %
** Vitamin B6 7 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.