Fish Tacos with Guacamole from Baja California

Deep-fried battered sea bass served in soft tortillas with fresh salsa, shredded lettuce, soured cream, and creamy guacamole.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1068.2 kcals 4272.8 kcals
Carbohydrates 78.8 grams 315.2 grams
Fat 62.1 grams 248.5 grams
Protein 48.1 grams 192.4 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
5
g
Dairy
2
piece
Eggs
free-range
300
ml
Fruits
1
piece
Lime
juice only
1
piece
Avocado
peeled, halved, stone removed
1
piece
Lime
juice only
GrainsCereals
8
piece
Tortilla Wraps
soft flour tortillas, warmed
Liquids
200
ml
NutsSeeds
4
tbsp
1
pinch
1
tbsp
0.5
tsp
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
500
ml
Sunflower Oil
for deep-frying
Seafood
650
g
Sea Bass
filleted
Vegetables
1
piece
Red Onion
finely chopped
5
piece
Tomatoes
skins and seeds removed, finely chopped
3
piece
Chillies
seeds removed and finely chopped
1
piece
Green Chilli
seeds removed
2
piece
225
g
Iceberg Lettuce
finely shredded

Steps

  • Mix all salsa ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  • Blend all guacamole ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
  • Slice fish into 1cm strips and season with salt and pepper.
  • Blend flour, eggs, water, and salt in a food processor to make a smooth batter.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or pan to 190°C.
  • Dip fish strips in batter and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden.
  • Drain fried fish on kitchen paper.
  • Layer lettuce and fish on warm tortillas, then top with salsa and soured cream.
  • Roll the tacos tightly and serve with a dollop of guacamole.