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Fish Tostadas

Cultural Context

Fish tostadas are a vibrant dish from coastal regions of Mexico, where fresh seafood is abundant. Traditionally enjoyed as a light meal or snack, they highlight the interplay of textures and flavors, with crispy tostada shells topped with marinated fish and fresh vegetables. In modern cuisine, variations abound, incorporating different types of fish or even plant-based proteins, making this dish a favorite among seafood lovers and health-conscious eaters alike.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/4 cabbage
1 carrot
1 jalapeno
lots of coriander
2 mangoes
1 tablespoon homemade taco seasoning
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
500 grams Dory fish
1 cup flour
2 inches oil for frying
1/4 cup cubic meal
1 tablespoon Chipotle sauce
Mayo
lime juice

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

white fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is a budget-friendly protein.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Serrano offers similar heat, while bell pepper provides crunch without spice.

avocado

🥗Healthier: guacamole

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Guacamole adds flavor, while mashed peas are a cost-effective alternative.

1

Slice a quarter cabbage and shred one carrot.

2

Chop one jalapeno and add lots of coriander to the salad.

3

Peel and dice two mangoes, transferring them into the salad.

4

Wash the mango skin thoroughly and place the skins and seeds into a pot.

5

Add just enough water to submerge the seeds and two tea bags, then mix and bring to a simmer.

6

Cook for five to eight minutes, cover, and let steep for ten minutes to make mango tea.

7

Zest some fresh lemon and add lime juice to the salad.

8

Add one tablespoon of homemade taco seasoning and two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil to the salad, then mix using hands.

9

Set the salad aside and prepare the fish.

10

Dice 500 grams of Dory fish into coffee-sized pieces.

11

In a bowl, mix one cup of flour with one tablespoon of homemade taco seasoning.

12

Heat two inches of oil in a pan for frying.

13

Coat the Dory pieces in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

14

Carefully place the fish into the hot oil and shallow fry until lightly golden brown.

15

Drain off excess oil from the fish once cooked.

16

Brush tortillas with oil on both sides and bake at 230 degrees Celsius (450 Fahrenheit) for 2-3 minutes, flipping and continuing to bake for another 2-3 minutes until crispy.

17

In a bowl, mix one quarter cup of cubic meal with one tablespoon of Chipotle sauce.

18

Assemble the tostadas by adding the mayo sauce, the shallow-fried fish, and the mango salad on top.

19

Squeeze lime juice over the assembled tostadas and serve.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryingmixing

Equipment Needed

potpanbowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Tostadas de PescadoCrispy Fish Tostadas
Local Name: tostadas de pescado

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