Name: Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds firm white fish (cod, mahi-mahi, or tilapia), cut into 3-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup beer (preferably Mexican lager); 1 cup sour cream; 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped; 8-12 small corn tortillas, warmed; 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 avocado, sliced; Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Marinate the fish

In a shallow dish, combine the fish pieces with lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes while preparing other components.
Prepare the chipotle crema

In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Add a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime juice. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Make the beer batter

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Gradually add the beer while whisking until you have a smooth batter with the consistency of pancake batter.
Fry the fish

Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F. Dip each piece of fish into the beer batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Warm the tortillas

Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for about 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable. Keep warm by wrapping in a clean kitchen towel.
Assemble the tacos

Place a piece or two of fried fish on each warm tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, a drizzle of chipotle crema, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema

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