Best 5 Fish Tacos San Diego Style Recipes

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Take your taste buds on a trip to the vibrant coastal city of San Diego with our curated guide to the best fish tacos recipes. From authentic street-side vendors to renowned restaurants, San Diego's fish taco scene is a culinary adventure waiting to be explored. Get ready to dive into a world of flavors, textures, and the freshest seafood as we reveal the secrets behind the city's most beloved dish. Whether you're a seasoned seafood enthusiast or a curious foodie looking for a taste of San Diego's culinary heritage, this article will guide you through the journey of creating the perfect fish taco experience, right in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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FISH TACOS SAN DIEGO STYLE RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Fish Tacos San Diego Style Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Dr_Mom

Number Of Ingredients 33

Sauce:
1 c. Mexican crema, or 1/2 c. plain yoghurt mixed with 1/2 mayo
4 tsps lime juice
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp dried dill
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp Mexican style hot sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 habenero chile, finely minced
1/4 fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
Ground white pepper to taste
Fish:
1.5 lbs firm white fish such as cod or tilapia cut into long strips or chunks (if baking)
Batter:
2 c. all purpose flour
1 bottle Mexican beer (your choice of flavor)
2 tsp salt
Flour for dredging
Oil for frying, if you're cooking the fish that way
If you baking the fish:
Oil
Chili powder
Cumin
Salt
Lime Juice
For serving
8 8" flour tortillas
Red cabbage, shredded. Rinse it well to prevent it from staining the sauce purple
Cilantro, chopped
Red onions, thinly sliced
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Sauce: Combine all the ingredients together and set aside in the refrigerator until serving time Fish, if frying: 1) Combine the flour and salt, slowly whisk in the beer and mix until combined 2) Heat oil to 375 3) Dredge the fish in the flour and then dunk in the batter. Deep fry for about 3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through Fish, if baking 1) Preheat oven to 375 2) Sprinkle both sides of the fish with oil and then lightly sprinkle with the rest of the seasoning 3) Bake for 15 - 25 minutes until cooked through (the exact time will depend on the thickness of the fish) When ready to serve, Heat the tortillas on a grill or griddle until just pliable. Divide the fish among the tortillas and garnish with the sauce, cabbage, cilantro and red onion. Serve with a lime wedge on the side

FISH TACOS



Fish Tacos image

I'm from San Diego and these taste just like home! We live in the south now, and nobody has heard of these! Serve with homemade pico de gallo, and lime wedges to squeeze on top!

Provided by BREESE823

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 cup beer
½ cup plain yogurt
½ cup mayonnaise
1 lime, juiced
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 teaspoon minced capers
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 quart oil for frying
1 pound cod fillets, cut into 2 to 3 ounce portions
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
½ medium head cabbage, finely shredded

Steps:

  • To make beer batter: In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Blend egg and beer, then quickly stir into the flour mixture (don't worry about a few lumps).
  • To make white sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together yogurt and mayonnaise. Gradually stir in fresh lime juice until consistency is slightly runny. Season with jalapeno, capers, oregano, cumin, dill, and cayenne.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Dust fish pieces lightly with flour. Dip into beer batter, and fry until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Lightly fry tortillas; not too crisp. To serve, place fried fish in a tortilla, and top with shredded cabbage, and white sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 54.3 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 406.5 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

SAN DIEGO-STYLE FISH TACO SAUCE



SAN DIEGO-STYLE FISH TACO SAUCE image

Categories     Sauce     Fish     No-Cook

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup reduced fat sour cream (Greek yogurt is delicious as a substitute if you're not a fan of sour cream)
1/2 cup reduced fat mayonnaise (you can use full fat, but, the spices are so delicious, you won't miss that particular flavor contribution)
1 lime, cut in half
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle chili powder
1/2 teaspoon capers, minced
1 hot pepper of your choice, seeded and minced (jalapeno is delicious, as are the cherry bomb poppers I used in this batch).
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl, whisk the sour cream and mayonnaise until well blended. 2. Squeeze the juice from one lime half into the fish taco sauce mixture, then whisk thoroughly. You'll want the consistency of a pourable, creamy salad dressing. If still too thick, add more lime juice from the other half. If too runny, add sour cream. 3. Add all of the spices, whisking to mix thoroughly. Add the capers, minced pepper and cilantro, and whisk thoroughly. 4. Cover the bowl with wrap and refrigerate the fish taco for at least one hour - the longer the better. 5. Serve chilled. Spoon white sauce over fish tacos, or add into taco salads or rice bowls.

SAN FELIPE FISH TACOS



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Our favorite fish tacos! The white sauce adds a delightful element to the tacos. Recipe was published in our local newspaper as the fish taco recipe from Rubios Baja Grill, San Diego, CA. When we lived there Rubios was our favorite place for a quick bite to eat.

Provided by Koriander

Categories     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon garlic (fresh chopped or powder)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash red cayenne pepper, according to preference
1 cup beer
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 3/4 lbs cod fish fillets
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 small green cabbage head, finely shredded
2 limes, ripe, cut into squeezable wedges
12 corn tortillas
1/4 cup canola oil (approx. measurement. Add more if needed)

Steps:

  • Mix together the white sauce and set aside.
  • Wash cod fillets by dipping in cold water and lemon juice. Drain on paper towels and pat dry (note: must be dry before dipping into beer batter).
  • Mix together beer batter ingredients.
  • Put canola oil in deep skillet (teflon coated preferred) and get oil really hot (approx 375 degrees).
  • Dip both sides of cod fillets into beer batter and place in the skillet in a single layer (pieces shouldn't touch each other). Cook fish until batter is crispy and golden brown.
  • Take out and place on paper towels and blot off the excess oil. Cut fillets into smaller pieces to fit in tortilla. I use scissors - it's easier.
  • Heat corn tortillas lightly in a heavy skillet until soft and hot. Or if preferred, deep fry in hot oil in skillet (20 seconds each side).
  • On each tortilla, layer fish fillet, add white sauce, squeeze a lime wedge across the top, add your favorite salsa, and top with shredded cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.6, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 62.2, Sodium 196.2, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 7, Sugar 6.8, Protein 31.4

BAJA FRIED FISH TACOS, A SAN DIEGO SURFERS DELIGHT!



Baja Fried Fish Tacos, a San Diego Surfers Delight! image

WOW! Do we love these fish tacos, and there are so many variations. This is one of my favorites and most authentic. Or, Think fresh grilled mahi-mahi slipped inside a thick warm corn tortilla and topped with thinly sliced cabbage, drizzled with lime juice and a splash of creme fresh. YUMMY!

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Whitefish

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup dark beer
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb boned and skinned white fish fillet
vegetable oil, for frying fish
6 warm corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cabbage
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced
salsa
lime wedge

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk beer, flour and salt, blending well.
  • Rinse fish and pat dry.
  • Cut into six oblong pieces.
  • In a deep skillet, heat about one inch of oil to 360°F
  • Coat fish pieces in beer batter and drain briefly.
  • Slide coated fish into oil.
  • Turn when golden about one ot two minutes. Cook another one or two minutes on the other side and remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  • Mix mayonnaise with a little water to thin, and add the mined garlic.
  • To assemble the taco, add one piece of fish to each soft corn tortilla. Give the fish a squeeze of lime juice. Top with shredded cabbage, salsa and dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.4, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 55.9, Sodium 404.7, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 18.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh fish. The fresher the fish, the better your tacos will taste. If you can, buy your fish from a local fishmonger or market.
  • Choose the right type of fish. Not all fish are created equal for tacos. Some good options include cod, tilapia, halibut, and salmon.
  • Season your fish well. Don't be afraid to use a variety of spices and herbs to flavor your fish. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Cook your fish properly. Overcooked fish is dry and tough, so be careful not to overcook it. The best way to cook fish for tacos is to grill it, pan-fry it, or bake it.
  • Make your own tortillas. Homemade tortillas are always better than store-bought tortillas. If you have the time, try making your own tortillas using masa harina.
  • Load up your tacos. Don't be shy about loading up your tacos with your favorite toppings. Some good options include cabbage, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, salsa, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Fish tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy meal, or they can be dressed up for a special occasion. With so many different ways to make fish tacos, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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