Description

This Grilled Tri-Tip Steak is all about flavor and simplicity. With its savory rub and homemade barbecue sauce, it’s an ideal choice for quick dinners or weekend gatherings. Enjoy juicy, tender slices that make every bite a delight!

Ingredients

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2 to 2 ½ pounds tri-tip roast, about 1½ inches thick
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 handful oak, mesquite, or hickory wood chips
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup steak sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 tablespoons water

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Instructions

Mix the rub and coat the tri-tip roast, then refrigerate. Combine the black pepper, garlic salt, mustard powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a bowl, blend well, and rub all over the tri-tip. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 3 to 24 hours.
Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
Prepare the barbecue sauce by mixing ketchup, steak sauce, garlic powder, sugar, Worcestershire sauce, cider vinegar, and water in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, then cool and store in an airtight container until serving.
Set up your grill for two-zone cooking, aiming for 350°F to 450°F. Clean the grates, then add the soaked wood chips to the grill and wait for smoke before adding the meat.
Sear the tri-tip over direct heat for about 5 minutes, turning once for even cooking. Move the roast to indirect heat and cook for 20 to 30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F for medium-rare. Remove from grill and let rest, tented with foil, for 5 to 10 minutes.
Slice the tri-tip against the grain into thin pieces and serve with the barbecue sauce.

Notes

Allow the rub to sit on the meat for maximum flavor.
Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness.
The barbecue sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 300
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 75mg