Baja Salmon Tacos

Experience the vibrant flavors of Baja with these delicious salmon tacos. Featuring a zesty homemade pico de gallo and a creamy, spicy coleslaw, these tacos are perfect for a laid-back meal with a gourmet twist. The salmon strips are coated in a perfectly seasoned crust and fried to golden perfection for a delightful crunch in every bite.

Ingredients:

For the Pico de Gallo:

• 🌿 A handful of chopped cilantro
• 🌶️ 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
• 🍅 1 tomato, diced
• 🌶️ 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 🧅 2 green onions, sliced
• 🍈 Juice of 1 lime
• 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Coleslaw:

• 🥬 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 🥬 1 cup shredded green cabbage
• 🥄 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayo
• 🌶️ 1 tablespoon sriracha

For the Salmon:

• 🐟 1 lb salmon, cut into strips
• 🥚 2 eggs, beaten and seasoned with salt and pepper
• 🥄 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 🧂 Seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dill weed
• 🍞 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 🌮 Flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pico de Gallo:
   • In a bowl, combine chopped cilantro, jalapeño, tomato, yellow bell pepper, and green onions.
   • Add lime juice, and season with salt and black pepper.
   • Toss everything together and set aside to let the flavors meld.
2. Prepare the Coleslaw:
   • In another bowl, combine the red and green cabbage.
   • Add Kewpie mayo and sriracha, then mix until the cabbage is well coated. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Salmon:
   • Season the salmon strips with salt and pepper.
   • Prepare a dredging station with three shallow bowls: one with the seasoned flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
   • Dredge each salmon strip in the flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
4. Cook the Salmon:
   • Heat oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
   • Fry the salmon strips in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
   • Remove and drain on paper towels.
5. Assemble the Tacos:
   • If using raw flour tortillas, lightly toast them on a skillet until warm and pliable.
   • Place a few fried salmon strips on each tortilla.
   • Top with a generous spoonful of pico de gallo and coleslaw.
6. Serve and Enjoy!
   • Serve immediately, and enjoy the delicious fusion of flavors in these Baja salmon tacos.

Prep Time: 20 minutes*
Cook Time: 10 minutes*
Total Time: 30 minutes*
Servings: Makes about 4 servings.

Equipment:

• Mixing bowls
• Knife and cutting board
• Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
• Tongs

Cooking Tips:

• For extra heat, leave the seeds in the jalapeño.
• If Kewpie mayo is not available, regular mayo can be substituted.

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