• Cookbook of the Month Recipe – Baja Style Fish Tacos

  Filed under Main Dishes - Seafood/Fish
  Jan 14
  

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  Did any of you watch this week’s Top Chef All Stars?  The chefs were taken out on boats to catch their own fish, then they went to a farmer’s market, and created dishes based on the fish they caught and what they were able to find at the farmer’s market.  Now – most of the Top Chef challenges are way out of my league. Actually, all of them.  But this is one that I really think I would have liked to participate in.  (Besides the fact that I have no idea what to do with a whole fish – I’d have to have someone else butcher it for me!!)

  And it was ironic that I just happen to make fish tacos that same day. As I was going through this month’s Cookbook of the Month, this recipe just kept jumping out at me.  And I’m so glad that I made it, because these tacos were so refreshing and delicious.  As much as I love fried fish – especially wrapped up in a taco – this fish is grilled and a much healthier way to have your fish tacos.  But don’t worry – the flavor isn’t lacking without the fried fish!  You actually feel good about eating these!

  Recipe Notes:

  • I used tilapia instead of halibut, because I had some in my freezer
  • I didn’t use the food processor to make the avocado sauce.  Abbi was napping when I made these, so I was trying to be quiet and just used a fork.  So it was chunkier than in the recipe, but it was still delicious!

  Recipe Rating:  8 out of 10

  Baja Style Fish Tacos
  from Recipes Every Man Should Know

  serves 4

  total time:  30 minutes

  Fish:
  4 (6- 8-ounce) mahimahi fillets
  olive oil
  salt and freshly ground pepper
  juice of 1 lime

  Avocado Sauce:
  Flesh of 2 medium-ripe avocados
  juice of 1 lime
  handful of fresh cilantro leaves
  pinch of cayenne pepper

  Tangy Mayo Sauce:
  1/2 cup mayonnaise
  1 teaspoon white vinegar
  1 1/2 tablespoons water

  10 to 12 (6-inch) soft flour tortillas
  1 small head cabbage, shredded
  2 medium tomatoes, diced
  4 scallions, thinly sliced

  Preheat a grill to high.  Drizzle fish on both sides with olive oil ans sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Grill 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until opaque.  Remove from heat and drizzle with lime juice.

  In a small food processor or blender, process avocado, lime juice, cilantro and cayenne until smooth, the the consistency of thick cream.  (Add water to thin, if necessary.)  Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

  Place tortillas on top grill rack and heat through, 30 to 60 seconds.  Arrange food on a table for self-service.  To assemble, hold a tortilla in your hand and spread a spoonful of avocado sauce on it.  Add some fish and drizzle with tangy mayo sauce.  Top with cabbage, tomatoes, and scallions.

  

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  12 Comments

12 Responses to “Cookbook of the Month Recipe – Baja Style Fish Tacos”

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   Evan B said on January 14th, 2011 at 3:01 pm

   I watched that episode the other night! Dales fish tacos looks delicious.. but I think yours may look even better! We love fish tacos and I can't wait to try some of those sauces

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   The Meal Planner said on January 14th, 2011 at 4:05 pm

   Wow both of these recipes you've made from this cookbook have sounded amazing! And can I say how much I LOVE your new rating system? I really get a sense of how much you liked the recipe. Great job! I'm excited to hear more from this series this year.

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   kat said on January 14th, 2011 at 5:04 pm

   I love fish tacos but I can't helped but really craving the unhealthy fried kind when these would be so much better for me!

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   Joanne said on January 14th, 2011 at 6:19 pm

   I haven't watched that episode yet but it's on my list of things to do tonight! These tacos look delicious. Love how healthy they are!

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   teresa said on January 14th, 2011 at 6:49 pm

   fish tacos are definitely in the top ten of my favorite foods. these look incredible!

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   Karly said on January 14th, 2011 at 7:12 pm

   Oh, now I am definitely craving fish tacos. These look awesome!

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   Tasha said on January 14th, 2011 at 9:28 pm

   I just love fish tacos, and this recipe sounds like a awesome version! Definitely bookmarking this one!

   Also, I had to share that your comment about just mashing up the avocado, in order to not wake your daughter, totally made me laugh. Naptime is often my kitchen playtime, and I can't tell you how many times I have dragged my food processor and all the ingredients outside or into the garage!

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   dena said on January 14th, 2011 at 9:43 pm

   I love fish tacos! BTW, chunky avocado sauce is FAR superior anyway (in my humble opinion).

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   grace said on January 17th, 2011 at 10:33 pm

   how thoughtful of you to forgo the food processor! chunky avocado is just as good as smooth avocado in my book.

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    Brilynn said on January 20th, 2011 at 9:53 pm

    Fish tacos have been on my "to make" list for a while, I keep seeing them and it's making me want them more!

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    Add A Little Love said on January 27th, 2011 at 8:54 pm

    What an interesting idea, fish tacos. I am looking for some healthy and delicious dinner ideas, and I found your blog. Thanks.

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    the wicked noodle said on July 21st, 2011 at 7:22 am

    I love fish tacos! These look especially delicious!

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