Crispy Halibut Tacos with Spicy Habanero Avocado Crema

Enjoy these Crispy Halibut Tacos with a zesty twist! Crisp fried fish topped with refreshing cabbage slaw and creamy avocado habanero crema, all wrapped in a warm tortilla—a perfect dish for a vibrant and flavorful meal!

Cabbage Slaw:

• 1/2 head green cabbage, finely shredded
• 1/2 medium red onion, small diced
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Jalapeno Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Salt to taste

Crispy Fish:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup sparkling water or beer
• Ultra-Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil, for frying
• 1 lb fresh halibut or other firm-fleshed white fish, cut into 1-inch thick strips

Avocado Habanero Crema:

• 2 medium avocados
• 1 tablespoon Habanero Fused Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Garlic Infused Olive Oil
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Make the Cabbage Slaw:
   • In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, diced red onion, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, Jalapeno Olive Oil, lime juice, and salt. Toss well and set aside.
2. Prepare the Crispy Fish:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, chili powder, baking powder, and salt. Add sparkling water or beer and whisk until smooth. Let the batter sit for 15 minutes.
   • Heat Ultra-Premium Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a large pot to 350°F (180°C).
   • Coat each fish strip in the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Fry the fish in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
3. Make the Avocado Habanero Crema:
   • In a blender, combine avocados, Habanero Fused Olive Oil, Garlic Infused Olive Oil, sour cream, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.
4. Assemble the Tacos:
   • Warm tortillas.
   • Place a spoonful of cabbage slaw on each tortilla.
   • Top with a piece of crispy fried fish.
   • Drizzle with avocado habanero crema.
   • Garnish with sliced radish.