Crispy Fish Tacos

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Rick Bayless updates this classic fish taco recipe by adding garlic and oregano to the beer batter for an extra punch of flavor. Serve on steamy corn tortillas with a dollop of crema and a splash of lime for a crispy, satisfying summer meal.

By

Rick Bayless

Updated on August 2, 2023

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Food & Wine Test Kitchen

Crispy Fish Tacos — Photo: Cedric Angeles

Active Time:

55 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 20 mins

Yield:

4

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Ingredients

Neutral oil, such as grapeseed, for frying
2 garlic cloves, smashed into a paste
1 cup beer or club soda
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pound skinless white fish fillets, such as bass or cod, cut into 12 strips
12 (5- to 6-inch) corn tortillas, warmed
1 cup sliced cabbage
1 cup Salsa Fresca
Salsa Macha
1 cup Mexican crema
3 limes, cut into wedges

Directions

Heat 1 1/4 inches of oil in a heavy, high-sided skillet over medium-high to 370°F.
When oil is close to 370°F, add garlic paste to a medium bowl, and whisk in beer, mustard, salt, and oregano. Add flour and baking powder, and whisk just until blended.
Working with 1 fish strip at a time, dip in batter until completely coated; allow excess to drip off. Gently lower fish into hot oil. Repeat with 3 fish strips, adding just enough so skillet is not overcrowded. Fry until deep golden brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes, turning halfway through. Using tongs, gently remove from oil, and drain on paper towels. Repeat procedure 2 times with remaining fish strips and batter until all fish is fried.
Serve fried fish in tortillas with sliced cabbage, Salsa Fresca, Salsa Macha, crema, and lime wedges.

Originally appeared: August 2018

Crispy Fish Tacos

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