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.
Baja Shrimp Tacos
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS15
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
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate84 g
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Cholesterol65 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein19 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium1118 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat42 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare 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
StepCraft 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
StepHeat 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
StepFry 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
StepWarm 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
StepAssemble 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)
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Roderick Jones
Jun 29, 2025My family loved these! Will definitely be making them again.
Duncan Stehr
Jun 27, 2025Next time I will try grilling the shrimp, too.
Helene Turner
Jun 24, 2025These are so much better than any tacos I've had at a restaurant!
Cynthia Dicki
Jun 19, 2025The Baja sauce is addictive! I made extra to use on other things.
Nola Hudson
Jun 18, 2025I added a bit of lime zest to the batter and it was delicious!
Albina Ferry
May 31, 2025I didn't have any Mexican beer on hand, so I used a light pilsner and it worked great!
Sadie Schroeder
May 21, 2025The red cabbage slaw adds a nice crunch and freshness.
Saige Grimes
May 18, 2025These tacos were a hit! The shrimp came out perfectly crispy.
Stephan Hermann
May 18, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the tacos tasted amazing.