Beer Battered Fish Tacos

Crispy beer battered fish taco on a corn tortilla topped with shredded red cabbage, fresh cilantro, and a lime wedge.

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Beer battered fish tacos are the only way I make these at home. Inspired by classic Baja-style fish tacos, the light, crispy batter works because the beer adds bubbles and alcohol while the baking powder adds lift, creating a delicate crust that keeps the fish perfectly flaky inside.

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Total Time40

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: Medium

Servings: servings

Author: Laurel Perry

Ingredients

For the Batter

1½ cups all-purpose flour divided
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup beer
1 large egg

For the Crema

1 cup sour cream
¼ cup lime juice from 3-4 limes
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
½ tsp salt

For the Tacos

1 lb. cod or other firm white fish, cut into pieces
12 corn tortillas warmed
2 cups finely shredded cabbage
½ cup cilantro
lime wedges
oil for frying about 1 quart

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the crema ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
1 cup sour cream, ¼ cup lime juice, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, ½ tsp salt
Heat oil in a high-sided pan to 350°F.
oil for frying
In a large shallow bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, baking powder, and salt. Add in the beer, egg, and whisk until combined. A few lumps are okay.
1½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup beer, 1 large egg, ½ tsp salt, 1 tsp baking powder
In a second large shallow bowl, add the flour. Dredge the fish pieces in the flour.
1½ cups all-purpose flour
Shake off any excess and dredge in the beer batter.
Fry the fish in batches until golden and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
1 lb. cod
Drain the fish on a paper towel lined plate.
Serve the fish in warmed tortillas with shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime wedges and prepared crema. Enjoy!
12 corn tortillas, 2 cups finely shredded cabbage, ½ cup cilantro, lime wedges

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Notes

For a spicier crema, stir in some minced jalapeño or serrano pepper.
Use corn tortillas for traditional flavor; flour tortillas add softness.
Add spices (cumin, smoked paprika) to the batter for flavor.

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