# Beef tacos (from Natashas Kitchen)

Video: [The Only Beef Tacos Recipe You’ll Ever Need (So Juicy!)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg) by [Natashas Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/@Natashaskitchen).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$4.88 per serving, ~$14.65 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$11.12* per serving (69%) vs ordering out (~$16.00*). * Estimate: 10 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Mexican plate at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 lb ground beef _(amount estimated)_
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning _(amount estimated)_
- 1 tbsp tomato paste _(amount estimated)_
- 1/2 cup water _(amount estimated)_
- for frying oil _(amount estimated)_
- 8 corn tortillas _(amount estimated)_
- to taste cheddar cheese _(amount estimated)_
- to taste iceberg lettuce _(amount estimated)_
- to taste avocado _(amount estimated)_
- to taste tomatoes _(amount estimated)_
- to taste lime _(amount estimated)_
- to taste jalapenos _(amount estimated)_
- to taste cilantro _(amount estimated)_
- to taste sour cream _(amount estimated)_
- to taste hot sauce _(amount estimated)_

## Steps

1. [0:13](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=13s) Chop the yellow onion.
2. [0:18](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=18s) Mince the garlic cloves.
3. [0:29](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=29s) Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the ground beef.
4. [0:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=37s) Break up the beef and cook until it begins to brown, about 4 minutes.
5. [0:46](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=46s) Add the chopped onions and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
6. [0:54](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=54s) Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
7. [1:41](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=101s) Add the taco seasoning and tomato paste, stirring for about 1 minute.
8. [1:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=110s) Pour in the water, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 3 to 4 minutes.
9. [2:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=120s) Cover the skillet to keep the beef mixture warm.
10. [2:04](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=124s) Heat oil in a pan and fry each corn tortilla for about 15 seconds per side, folding to form a shell.
11. [2:14](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=134s) Drain the fried taco shells on a paper towel-lined baking sheet.
12. [2:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkShlJl8zg&t=150s) Fill the taco shells with the beef mixture and top with cheese, lettuce, avocado, tomatoes, lime juice, jalapenos, cilantro, sour cream, and hot sauce.

## Equipment

- skillet
- wooden spoon
- tongs
- baking sheet
- paper towels

## What the video didn't say

- exact quantities of ground beef, taco seasoning, tomato paste, water, and toppings
- total cooking time
- number of servings

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