"Simple, satisfying, fresh fish tacos from the West Coast combine fried fish, sliced cabbage, and a creamy white sauce in a corn tortilla. We chose mild but sturdy white fish for our tacos and tossed it in an ultrathin beer batter to avoid a thick, bready coating. Cornstarch and baking powder… read more..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 small red onion, halved and sliced thin
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2 jalapeño chiles, stemmed and sliced into thin rings
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1 cup white wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 cups shredded green cabbage
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1/4 cup pickling liquid from pickled onions
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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2 tablespoons milk
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2 pounds skinless whitefish fillets, such as cod, haddock, or halibut, cut crosswise into 4 by 1-inch strips
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Salt and pepper
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3/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 cup beer
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1 quart peanut or vegetable oil
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24 (6-inch) corn tortillas, warmed
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves