Session 87 — Fish Tacos: West Coast Done Right
← Block 17–18: Seafood — Fish Overview
Skill: Baja fish tacos — battered, fried white fish, shredded cabbage, crema, and salsa. The batter is rice-flour-light; the oil temperature matters (350°F); the fish cooks in 90 seconds. Building a perfect taco is a lesson in acid, fat, heat, and crunch in one bite.
- Read: Serious Eats — Baja Fish Tacos
- Set up a simple deep-fry station: Dutch oven, 3 inches of neutral oil, thermometer. Don't skip the thermometer.
Full Meal: Baja fish tacos + pickled jalapeños + guacamole or avocado crema + cold beer (optional)
🎥 Compare Notes: Real Simple Fried Fish Tacos — Ethan Chlebowski — Ethan's approach to battered fish tacos. Compare your batter crunch, oil temperature control, and taco assembly.