Crispy Baja Shrimp Tacos

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Baja Shrimp Tacos.

1. Step 1

   Start by grabbing a mixing bowl and combine your Mexican beer, all-purpose flour, salt, and ground black pepper.

2. Step 2

   Whisk everything together until the batter is smooth and well blended.

3. Step 3

   Let this delightful mixture rest at room temperature for about an hour; this step is key to achieving that perfect crispy texture.

4. Step 4

   While the batter is resting, let’s whip up the Baja sauce.

5. Step 5

   In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chile-garlic sauce, and mirin.

6. Step 6

   Once combined, cover it up and pop it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it—this sauce is going to add a fantastic kick to your tacos! Now, let’s get cooking.

7. Step 7

   Heat canola oil in a deep fryer or a large saucepan until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

8. Step 8

   Once the oil is hot and ready, dip each shrimp into the batter, making sure they’re fully coated.

9. Step 9

   Carefully place the battered shrimp into the sizzling oil and fry them until they turn a beautiful golden brown, which should take about 2 and a half minutes.

10. Step 10

    When they’re done, use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain off any excess oil.

11. Step 11

    Next, warm your flour tortillas one at a time in a skillet over medium heat for about a minute, just until they’re soft and pliable.

12. Step 12

    Now comes the fun part—assembling your tacos! Take a tortilla and fill it with a generous amount of those crispy fried shrimp.

13. Step 13

    Drizzle on the zesty Baja sauce, then add some crunchy red cabbage and a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro.

14. Step 14

    For the finishing touch, serve your tacos with lime wedges on the side, perfect for squeezing over the top.

15. Step 15

    Enjoy every bite of this delicious creation!.