Crispy Fish Tacos with Jalapeño Sauce

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pinch of yum
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Rating
4.8 out of 5 stars
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Ingredients

12 tacos
  • 1 large jalapeño
  • 1 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup green onions
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 lbs. firm white fish like cod
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons cornmeal
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or spicy seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup light beer, such as Corona
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • 12 flour or corn tortillas
  • cilantro for topping
  • Cotija cheese for topping
DinnerDairyEggsIntermediate
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Preparation

Chef’s notes

About the flour:
I’ve used both whole wheat flour and white flour. White flour is more traditional but whole wheat works, and that’s what’s pictured here. The cornmeal adds a unique texture but you could use flour in its place for a more traditional beer-battered fish texture.
About the batter:
If the batter sits for a while, the cornmeal will sink to the bottom. Stir it up again to get everything mixed before dipping the fish in it.
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