Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema

Health score
52%
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema
26 min.
4
691kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your taco night with a delicious twist? These Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Chipotle Crema are sure to impress not only your taste buds but also your guests! Picture succulent pieces of firm white fish, dipped in a light and crispy beer batter, then fried to golden perfection. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, complemented by the smoky heat of the chipotle crema and the vibrant freshness of shredded cabbage, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Perfectly served in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are not only a feast for the senses but also a hearty meal that can be enjoyed any time of day. With a total preparation time of just 26 minutes, you can whip up this enticing dish for a relaxed lunch or a lively dinner gathering. Your friends and family will marvel at your culinary prowess, all while savoring flavors that evoke a coastal escape.

Whether you’re celebrating Taco Tuesday or just craving something unique, these fish tacos are a fantastic way to bring a taste of the ocean to your table! So grab your apron and get ready to dive into the world of flavor and fun—this recipe is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce beer canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • servings cabbage shredded
  • 0.3 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
  • 16 5-inch corn tortillas ()
  • servings chipotle crema 
  • 1.3 pounds fish fillet white firm
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • servings cilantro leaves fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • servings lime wedges 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • servings tomatoes chopped
  • servings vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk in beer.
  3. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches in a deep saucepan or Dutch oven.
  4. Heat over medium-high heat until temperature reaches 35
  5. Cut fish into bite-size pieces; dip into beer batter, letting excess batter drip back into bowl. Fry, in batches, 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  6. Drain on paper towels.
  7. Sprinkle with additional salt, if desired.
  8. Heat tortillas according to package directions. Divide fish among tortillas, using 2 stacked tortillas for each taco. Top with cabbage, cilantro, tomatoes, and Chipotle Crema.
  9. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories691kcal
Protein23.85%
Fat28.6%
Carbs47.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
96.5
Glycemic Load
42.79
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
38.055217494135%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.32mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.43mg
Naringenin
1.26mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.98mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
1.31mg
Gallocatechin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:690.73kcal
34.54%
Fat:21.61g
33.25%
Saturated Fat:3.42g
21.38%
Carbohydrates:80.87g
26.96%
Net Carbohydrates:71.38g
25.96%
Sugar:8.2g
9.11%
Cholesterol:78.82mg
26.27%
Sodium:482.76mg
20.99%
Alcohol:3.32g
100%
Alcohol %:0.68%
100%
Protein:40.55g
81.1%
Selenium:80.01µg
114.3%
Vitamin K:95.93µg
91.36%
Vitamin C:50.72mg
61.48%
Phosphorus:575.73mg
57.57%
Vitamin B3:10.99mg
54.95%
Manganese:0.94mg
47.15%
Folate:185.8µg
46.45%
Vitamin B1:0.61mg
40.39%
Fiber:9.49g
37.96%
Vitamin B12:2.26µg
37.61%
Vitamin A:1699.94IU
34%
Potassium:1184.28mg
33.84%
Vitamin B6:0.68mg
33.8%
Magnesium:131.11mg
32.78%
Vitamin D:4.39µg
29.29%
Iron:4.83mg
26.86%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.49%
Vitamin E:3.06mg
20.37%
Copper:0.41mg
20.33%
Calcium:152.01mg
15.2%
Zinc:2.13mg
14.21%
Vitamin B5:1.32mg
13.18%
Source:My Recipes