Crispy rolled tortillas filled with seasoned fish, then baked or fried to golden perfection. Serve with salsa or guacamole for a fun and tasty appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shark fillets 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas 1/4 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
Directions
- Cut shark into strips 3/4 inch thick and 3 inches long. Mix canola oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and Cajun style spice mix in a plastic container. Place shark strips in container, and marinate for 1 hour.
- Warm tortillas in a microwave to make them pliable.
- Drain marinade, and pat shark dry with paper towels. Place a strip of shark at one end of a tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer. Submerge taquitos in hot oil. Fry until golden brown, no more than 3 or 4 minutes each. Drain on paper towels.
- Place taquitos in a baking dish large enough to accommodate all twelve. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 minutes, or until cheese melts.
