Every Friday for a limited time, Sir Veza’s Kitchen & Kantina will serve their Tucson twist on Fish Fry Fridays: Michelada-Battered Fish & Chips.
Rather than going with a traditional beer batter for fish, Sir Veza’s dips cod in a batter created with the Michelada, a spicy Clamato-based beer cocktail similar to a Bloody Mary. The fish are served on top of a pile of fries (chips for you Brits) and topped with queso cotija, cilantro, and a house spicy seasoning. Chipotle ranch and wedges of lemon come on the side.
The three massive hunks of cod are about two-inches thick each, delicate and juicy with a touch of Michelada spice and savory depth coming through in the crispy batter. It’s juicy enough that the chipotle ranch isn’t even needed — save the dip for the fries.
While fish and chips naturally go with beer, you might as well order one of Sir Veza’s Micheladas. It was a runner-up in the Tucson Michelada Challenge and is also worth a trip of its own.
Sir Veza’s Kitchen & Kantina is located at 220 W. Wetmore Rd. For more information, call (520) 888-8226 or visit sirvezas.com.
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
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