Fish Taco RecipesFish taco recipes have gained so much notoriety and generated so much excitement lately, that I had to immerse myself in the culture to see if I could discover just what all the fuss is about. San Felipe and Ensenada Mexico are the areas where in the past thirty years we get our influence for fish tacos. Seaside villages where fish is abundant and cheap. Today fish is no longer cheap and and fishermen are discovering new ways to catch bigger and more exotic species. So, instead of the original fish taco recipes using cod or whitefish, we have mahi-mahi, salmon, shrimp and yes, yellowtail. Tradition calls for a beer batter, but health conscious and nouveau chefs have taken grilling to new heights. We'll explore both ways and we'll provide you with solid recipes for each. Another consideration is the quantity of tortillas. Original fish tacos are battered and fried, which means they are messy. The grilled version could probably get by with a single tortilla. Finally, we need a sauce. Again, tradition calls for a mayo based sauce with hot sauce added, but I believe New Mexico green chiles will take these fish taco recipes over the top. 
Authentic Fish TacosFish taco recipes can be made a number of ways, but there are certain rules.You may use various types of fish and you can grill or fry. You can even omit one of the customary double corn tortillas, but if you want to stay close to original flavors, fish tacos must have the following ingredients:
Grilled FishAuthentic fish tacos are made with once abundant and cheap white fish. It was usually cod, but sometimes halibut. Now, other species have moved in as supply has dwindled.Basic economics prevailed and local taco stands south of the border existed on availability and inexpensive products. Had shrimp been the least expensive commodity, we'd be influenced by shrimp tacos instead. If you are interested in more healthy versions of fish taco recipes read how we make mahi-mahi tacos come alive. 
Use Corn TortillasUse fresh corn tortillas and don't fry them. Instead steam them, wrapped in a dry towel. You can do this in a microwave or better yet, in an enclosed tortilla warmer.Why corn? Corn tortillas have less fat, less calories and are better for you. With fish taco recipes, you want a natural taste that corn brings. Read more about tortillas where we discuss calories, nutrition and protein. Are you interested in other taco recipes? Why not learn from the people who eat chile everyday? New Mexico chile is a common ingredient in all southwest and mexican recipes and we'll teach you how to transform your kitchen into a gourmet gathering place. Get our delicious chicken taco recipe and watch your family raise their eyes in approval. 
Use Green ChileAuthentic fish taco recipes never called for green chile because it wasn't available. Today, we have one of natures gifts in a 16 oz bottle-an award winning sauce that wakes up any fish taco recipe.Read what our customers are saying about this delicious sauce. Light and spicy, this low carb, low fat green chile sauce is an excellent choice to use on top of your next fish taco. San Felipe Fish TacosThis is the way they still serve them in old Mexico. Along the beaches or on street corners in seaside towns, fish tacos are made with local caught white fish and deep fried in a beer batter.INGREDIENTS BEER BATTER Sift dry ingredients, then whisk in wet ingredients to a pancake batter consistency Added to your Coyote Trail Green Chile Sauce, you can make your own classic Baja fish taco sauce. BAJA SAUCE Mix all ingredients in bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving Heat canola oil to 370 degrees F. Coat fish evenly and fry until golden brown. Place in 2 steamed tortillas, add cabbage and top with Green Chile Sauce & or Baja Sauce.
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