Yes, these Fish Tacos come directly from the source at Leblanc Spa Resort Los Cabos. Since traveling is limited with COVID-19, make these tacos at home to feel like you are on vacation.
Fish Tacos from Leblanc Spa Resort Los Cabos
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Ingredients
- corn tortillas
- mexican tempura fried fish
- chipotle cole slaw
- tomatillo salsa
- pico de gallo salsa
Note
Click on the following links for the recipes:
- Mexican Tempura Fried Fish
- Pico de gallo salsa
- Tomatillo salsa
- Chipotle coleslaw
- Chipotle Mayonnaise
Directions
| Step 1 | |
 Using the recipes listed in the notes, put together your fish tacos with: Corn tortilla, fried tempura fish, pico de gallo, tomatillo salsa and Mexican coleslaw. For an exact replica of the Fish tacos at Leblanc Los Cabos, the coleslaw will only have carrots and purple cabbage, lime juice and chipotle mayonnaise. | |
See Recipes below for each layer of the taco:
Mexican Tempura Fried Fish
Ingredients
- 4 fish filets (tilapia or other like fish)
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated onion (or powder)
- 1.5 tablespoons granulated garlic (or powder)
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1.5 teaspoons chile powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 1 light beer (like bud or stella)
- 1/4-1/2 cup water
Note
Video making Fried Fish for Fish Tacos
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 370-375 degrees F. Keep the oil at this temperature and make sure it stays consistent. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Mix together the dry ingredients, using a whisk to make sure the spices and flour are mixed well. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Add the beer and using a whisk, mix together. Add a little water and mix until you get to the correct consistency (view video for consistency if you aren't sure). | |
| Step 4 | |
| Set aside a plate with paper towels to drain the fish | |
| Step 5 | |
| Slice fish if you want fish tacos. Gently dip fish into batter then into the oil. Gently turn the fish over as it is frying and be sure to fry in small batches. Drain on paper towels. Serve in tacos, burritos, sandwiches or just all by itself. | |
Pico de Gallo Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 cup red onions (finely diced)
- 2 cups tomatoes (diced)
- 1/2 bunch cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Mix all ingredients together. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Use within a couple hours for best flavor and texture. | |
Chipotle Coleslaw
Ingredients
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 carrots (grated)
- 1/4 bunch cilantro (chopped)
- 2 cups cabbage (chopped)
- 1/2 lime (juice from lime)
- 2 tablespoons chipotle mayonnaise (see notes for recipe)
Note
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Mix all ingredients together. Let it set for about 10 minutes before serving. | |
Tomatillo Salsa
Ingredients
- 7 tomatillos (cut in half)
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled whole)
- 1 white onion (peeled and quartered)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 avocado
- 1/2 bunch cilantro
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| This recipe is prepared in a blender or food processor. Start by adding the tomatillos, garlic, onion, jalapeño (with seeds for spicy or without for mild), and water. Blend until smooth. Add the salt and blend. Add the avocado and blend until smooth. Add the cilantro and blend until smooth. Serve with chips or on your tacos and burritos. | |
Visit the Facebook group for Leblanc Los Cabos:
There is a couple of great Facebook groups out there for traveling to Palace or Leblanc resorts. For the resort this recipe was from, visit the Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos Palace Resorts Guests & Members Page
Also, be sure to join the Moon Girl – Palace Resorts Traveler Information page for insights into all the palace resorts. There is a video of our entire adventure being taught the ins and outs of Mexican cuisine by Chef Edgar. Click here to watch the video taken by Mimi for all the recipes that were taught as part of our cooking class (you must join the group to see the video). Be sure to connect with Mimi Cairns if you want to book a trip to any of the Palace or Leblanc resorts.
I have put a couple articles together from my travels to Leblanc Spa Resort Los Cabos, please feel free to read to get a better idea on what to expect when traveling there as well as the best ways to book to get the most benefits and the best pricing.
Luxurious Vacation to Leblanc Los Cabos
The Nitty Gritty… Palace and Leblanc Resorts
