Best 7 Baja Sandwich Recipes

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Introducing the Baja Sandwich, a taste of the sun-drenched beaches and vibrant culture of Baja California, Mexico. Imagine a symphony of flavors dancing on your palate, as succulent grilled fish or shrimp, marinated in aromatic spices, nestles between toasted tortillas. Crispy cabbage, creamy avocado, and a tangy slaw add layers of texture and freshness, while a chipotle sauce or a dollop of sour cream provides a delightful kick. Dive into the Baja sandwich experience and embark on a culinary adventure that transports you to the vibrant shores of Baja.

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BAJA SANDWICH



Baja Sandwich image

Make and share this Baja Sandwich recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marla Swoffer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 sandwich

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices whole wheat bread
2 tablespoons low-fat cream cheese
1/2 avocado (sliced)
1 teaspoon taco sauce
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Spread cream cheese on both pieces of bread.
  • Put avocado on top of cream cheese on one piece of bread.
  • Squeeze lemon over avocado, sprinkle salt, and then drizzle with taco sauce.
  • Put other piece of bread on top (cream cheese side down of course).
  • Optional: Make a bunch, cut into squares or other shapes and serve as finger sandwiches.
  • Fun for Cinco de Mayo!

BAJA BáNH Mì RECIPE BY TASTY



Baja Bánh Mì Recipe by Tasty image

A spin on a traditional Vietnamese dish, crispy beer-battered sweet potatoes are the star of this bánh mì sandwich. Served with a mushroom pâté spread, and topped with pickled vegetables, fresh avocado, and cilantro, it's so hearty and delicious, you probably won't even notice that it's meatless!

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Lunch

Time 3h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 34

6 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable
6 tablespoons soy sauce
2 large stalks lemongrass, bruised and cut into ½-inch (1 1/4 cm) pieces
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 lime, juiced
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 large sweet potatoes, cut into ⅛-inch (3 mm) thick planks
2 cups canola oil, for frying
1 ½ cups all purpose flour, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups lager beer
1 cup rice wine vinegar
½ cup water
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large carrots, cut into matchsticks
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 lb cremini mushroom, cleaned and stemmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ medium red onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons vegan worcestershire
1 tablespoon soy sauce
⅓ cup vegan mayonnaise
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
¼ medium purple cabbage, thinly sliced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 lime juice
4 French rolls, split lengthwise and toasted (6 in - 15 cm)
½ english cucumber, peeled into ribbons
1 large avocado, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh cilantro, washed and large stems removed

Steps:

  • Marinate the beer-battered sweet potatoes: In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, lemongrass, garlic, lime juice, and rice wine vinegar. Add the sweet potatoes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate the sweet potatoes in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
  • Make the quick pickled vegetables: In a small pan, combine the rice wine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a low simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the carrots and onion to 2 separate medium bowls. Pour half of the pickle brine into each bowl. Cover each bowl with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or overnight. The longer the vegetables pickle, the deeper the color of the red onions and the stronger the flavor of both will be.
  • Make the mushroom pâté: Add the mushrooms to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
  • In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the red onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5-8 minutes, until most of the moisture has been released and they begin to brown. Add the ginger, vegan Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until the liquid is fully absorbed and beginning to caramelize. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Return the mushroom mixture to the food processor and process until nearly smooth, 20-30 seconds. Set aside until ready to assemble the sandwiches.
  • Finish the beer-battered sweet potato: In a large, high-walled skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C).
  • While the oil is heating, prepare the beer batter: In a shallow dish with a lip, whisk together the 1 cup (125 G) flour, the salt, and beer until smooth. Add the remaining ½ cup (60 G) flour to a separate shallow dish.
  • When the oil is hot, begin dredging the sweet potatoes. Working one plank at a time, remove the sweet potato from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Lightly dredge in the flour, then coat in the beer batter.
  • Immediately drop the sweet potato plank into the hot oil. Fry in batches of 2 or 3 planks for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towel-lined baking sheet. Let cool slightly.
  • Make the vegan chipotle mayonnaise: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and chipotle powder.
  • Make the slaw: In a medium bowl, toss the cabbage with the salt and lime juice.
  • Assemble the sandwiches: Spread 2 tablespoons of the mushroom pâté onto the bottom of a toasted French roll. Top with cucumber ribbons and 3-4 slices of avocado. Add 1-2 sweet potato planks, then top with jalapeño, pickled carrots and onions, cabbage slaw, and cilantro. Spread chipotle mayonnaise on the top half of the roll, then close the sandwich.
  • Enjoy!

BAJA SAUCE



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This is a tasty white sauce to use on Mexican dishes.

Provided by TEXASDOLL714

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon vinegar
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Place bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and onion in the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Stir together 4 teaspoons of this puree with the mayonnaise, and vinegar in a small bowl. Season with pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to develop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 156.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BAJA CHICKEN & SLAW SLIDERS



Baja Chicken & Slaw Sliders image

Between the flavorful sauce and colorful, crunchy slaw, these hand-held sandwiches demand attention from party-goers. -Janet Hynes, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon lime juice
SLAW:
1 cup broccoli coleslaw mix
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
SLIDERS:
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
8 Hawaiian sweet rolls, split
8 small lettuce leaves
8 slices tomato

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine sour cream, lime zest and lime juice. In another small bowl, combine slaw ingredients. Chill sauce and slaw until serving., Cut each chicken breast in half widthwise; flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Sprinkle with seasonings., Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-7 minutes on each side or until no longer pink., Grill rolls, cut sides down, 30-60 seconds or until toasted. Serve chicken on rolls with lettuce, tomato, sauce and slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

BAJA BEEF RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Baja Beef Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by kishthecook

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2- 2 lbs beef chuck eye or roast
salt and pepper, Montreal seasoning, or other favorite spice rub blend
aprox 3 TBS olive oil for pan searing
1 large onion chopped
6-8 cloves chopped fresh garlic
4-5 poblanos, roasted, peeled and chopped
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp Mexican oregano
2-3 tsp NewMexico red chili, depending on your taste buds
1 14.5 oz can diced roasted tomatoes, or 1 1/2 cups pureed fresh tomatoes
1/3 cup tequila, plus some for the cook
1/2-1 tsp salt -to taste
2 tsp sugar
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the seasoning all over the roast. Place a heavy skillet on the stove top and swirl a good amount of olive oil in pan. Turn heat to medium and let the oil heat until shimmering. Add the beef roast to the pan and sear 3-4 minutes each side or until a golden brown crust appears. Place the seared roast into the crock pot. Add the onion and garlic to the pan and saute to soften. Add a fat dash of water, or oops, tequila, into the searing pan to deglaze any stuck bits. Add the chopped roasted poblanos and stir, add the sauted veggies to crock on top of meat. Sprinkle the cumin, coriander, oregano, red chili, salt and sugar on top of the meat. Pour the tomatoes and tequila over the meat and spices. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 8-10 hours or until the meat is falling apart and shreds easily with a spoon or fork. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Add the chopped cilantro and stir. Serve with warm tortillas and sides of chopped onion, shredded purple cabbage, fresh limes and crumbled queso fresco.

BAJA SALAD



Baja Salad image

Favorite ingredients of mine come together as a kitchen sink-style Mexican salad with a crisp, fresh flavor. Goes great with homemade pizza!

Provided by startrooper3000

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (12 ounce) package romaine lettuce leaves
1 large tomato, diced
1 avocado, diced
1 pickling cucumber, diced
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup white corn kernels
¼ cup cooked black beans
¼ cup crushed tortilla chips, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place romaine lettuce in a large bowl. Add tomato, avocado, cucumber, feta cheese, onion, corn, and black beans; toss well. Sprinkle tortilla chips over salad.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 405.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

BAJA SAUCE



Baja Sauce image

So good on tilapia, mahi mahi, fish tacos, black beans, grilled shrimp or even as the sauce for cabbage slaw.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup sour cream or 1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Mexican seasoning (many recipes on food.com)
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
1 garlic clove, finely minced (optional)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients; stir well. Best to let it meld flavors for an hour or so before using.

Tips for Making the Best Baja Sandwich:

  • Choose the right bread: A good Baja sandwich starts with a sturdy bread that can hold up to the fillings. A bolillo roll is a traditional choice, but you can also use a baguette, ciabatta, or even a sourdough roll.
  • Don't skimp on the butter: Butter is what makes the Baja sandwich so flavorful and delicious. Be generous with the butter when you're spreading it on the bread.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the sandwich will be. Look for fresh, ripe tomatoes, avocados, and cilantro. Use a good quality mayonnaise and cheese.
  • Don't overstuff the sandwich: A Baja sandwich should be packed with flavor, but it shouldn't be so over Rutlandtuffed that it's difficult to eat. Add the fillings in layers, and don't be afraid to leave some space between them.
  • Serve the sandwich immediately: Once you've assembled the sandwich, serve it immediately. This will prevent the bread from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

The Baja sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, the Baja sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give the Baja sandwich a try. You won't be disappointed!

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