Tri tip
Tri tip is a cut of beef that is popular in the western United States, especially in California. It is a triangular cut from the bottom sirloin, and its name comes from the shape of the cut. Tri tip is a lean cut of beef, and its flavor is best when it is cooked medium rare.
The first known recipe for tri tip was published in the Los Angeles Times in 1955. The recipe was for a grilled steak, and it was marinated in a mixture of garlic, salt, and pepper. The recipe was simple, but it was the start of a California culinary tradition.
In the 1960s, a new way of cooking tri tip was developed. This method, known as Santa Maria-style BBQ, involved grilling the steak over a hot fire and then basting it with a garlic-infused oil. This method of cooking became very popular, and it is still used today.
Advice
Tri tip is a great cut of meat for grilling, but there are a few things to keep in mind when cooking it. First, it's important to remember that tri tip is a lean cut of meat with minimal fat marbling, so it's important to use a low, indirect heat to cook it slowly and evenly. Additionally, marinating the tri tip beforehand and using a rub with herbs and spices will help add flavor and moisture. Finally, it's important to cook the tri tip until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, then let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain for optimal tenderness.
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Recipes
Grilled or Oven-Roasted Santa Maria Tri-Tip
- tri tip
- beef rub
Juicy Smoked Tri Tip
- tri tip
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- salt
- smoked paprika
- olive oil
- butter
Tri Tip Recipe (Grilled or Oven-Roasted)
- parsley
- lawry seasoning salt
- black pepper
- garlic salt
- salt
- sugar
- olive oil
- garlic powder
- tri tip roast
Santa Maria-Style Grilled Tri-Tip
- black pepper
- beef tri tip
- salt
- garlic powder
- parsley
Grilled Santa Maria Tri-Tip
- black pepper
- rosemary
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- paprika
- dijon mustard
- red wine vinegar
- vegetable oil
- cayenne pepper
- salt
- beef tri tip roast
- garlic
BBQ Tri Tips
- black pepper
- chili pepper
- garlic
- cilantro
- cumin
- onion salt
- salt
- worcestershire sauce
- beef tri tip
Tri-Tip with Chimichurri
- agave nectar
- sesame seed
- smoked paprika
- cilantro
- red wine vinegar
- parsley
- tri tip steak
- olive oil
- black pepper
- salt
- garlic
Seared Sous Vide-Style Tri-Tip
- olive oil
- pepper
- salt
- thyme
- tri tip roast
- garlic
- butter
Santa Maria Tri Tip
- tri tip beef roast
- santa maria tri tip rub
Chipotle Tri-Tip
- baguette
- santa fe aioli
- lime juice
- cilantro
- red wine
- honey
- olive oil
- peanut oil
- cilantro
- cumin
- salt
- tri tip steak
- balsamic vinegar
- brown mustard
- chipotle
- garlic
Sous Vide Tri Tip with Easy Chimichurri Sauce
- red pepper
- pepper
- salt
- tri tip
- olive oil
- oregano
- parsley
- cilantro
- lemon juice
- garlic
- garlic
- salt
- butter
- oil
Brazilian Slow Roasted Injected Tri-Tip
- hickory chip
- butter
- tri tip
- olive oil
- garlic
- chile
- garlic
Santa Maria-Style Barbecue Tri-Tip Recipe
- salt
- santa maria salsa
- tri tip roast
- garlic
Smoked Tri Tip
- soy sauce
- olive oil
- basil
- tri tip roast
- thyme
- smoked paprika
- onion powder
- garlic
- salt
Sous Vide Tri-Tip with Cilantro Butter
- vegetable oil
- butter
- salt
- lime juice
- shallot
- chipotle
- tri tip sirloin
- cilantro
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Staple Ingredients
- salt 60%
Usual Ingredients
- black pepper 40%
- garlic 40%
- olive oil 40%