Baja Shrimp Tacos

Baja Shrimp Tacos
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    15

Embark on a culinary adventure with these vibrant Baja Shrimp Tacos! Crispy, beer-battered shrimp meet a creamy, subtly spicy Baja sauce, all nestled in warm tortillas and topped with fresh, crunchy slaw and bright cilantro. A taste of sunshine in every bite!

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    84 g
  • Cholesterol
    65 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    1118 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    42 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Beer Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Mexican beer, all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper until smooth. Allow the batter to rest at room temperature for 1 hour. (Resting Time: 60 minutes)

02

Step

Craft the Baja Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chile-garlic sauce, and mirin. Stir until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

03

Step

Heat the Oil: In a deep-fryer or large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the canola oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature. (Prep Time: 10 minutes)

04

Step

Fry the Shrimp: Dip each shrimp into the prepared beer batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the battered shrimp into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for approximately 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. (Cook Time: 5-7 minutes per batch)

05

Step

Warm the Tortillas: Heat each flour tortilla individually in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side, or until warm and pliable. (Cook Time: 12-15 minutes)

06

Step

Assemble the Tacos: Fill each warm tortilla with a generous portion of the crispy fried shrimp, a dollop of Baja sauce, a sprinkle of thinly sliced red cabbage, and a scattering of fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing. (Assembly Time: 5 minutes)

For extra crispy shrimp, double-dip them in the batter before frying.
Adjust the amount of chile-garlic sauce in the Baja sauce to suit your spice preference.
If you don't have Mexican beer, any light lager will work as a substitute.
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Grilled fish or chicken are excellent alternatives to shrimp.

Buddy Conroy

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Roderick Jones

    My family loved these! Will definitely be making them again.

  • Duncan Stehr

    Next time I will try grilling the shrimp, too.

  • Helene Turner

    These are so much better than any tacos I've had at a restaurant!

  • Cynthia Dicki

    The Baja sauce is addictive! I made extra to use on other things.

  • Nola Hudson

    I added a bit of lime zest to the batter and it was delicious!

  • Albina Ferry

    I didn't have any Mexican beer on hand, so I used a light pilsner and it worked great!

  • Sadie Schroeder

    The red cabbage slaw adds a nice crunch and freshness.

  • Saige Grimes

    These tacos were a hit! The shrimp came out perfectly crispy.

  • Stephan Hermann

    Easy to follow recipe and the tacos tasted amazing.

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