The town of Santa Maria, California, is famous for its delicious grilled tri-tip. Tri-tip is a great piece of beef for the grill, and this West Coast barbecue favorite makes a nice change of pace from the more common Texas or Southern barbecue recipes.
Ingredients
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2 to 2 1/2 pounds beef tri-tip roast
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1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 teaspoons salt
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1/2 tablespoon paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1/3 cup red wine vinegar
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1/3 cup vegetable oil
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4 cloves garlic, crushed
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients.
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Combine the black pepper, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and cayenne in a small bowl.
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Rub onto all surfaces of the tri-tip.
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Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
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Remove and let sit out for 30 minutes at room temperature.
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Add the Dijon, vinegar, vegetable oil, and crushed garlic to a jar with a lid and shake vigorously until emulsified.
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Prepare your charcoal or gas barbecue grill.
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Place the tri-tip on the grill and brush with the oil and vinegar mixture.
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Turn every 3 to 4 minutes, basting generously each time.
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Grill for 25 to 30 minutes for medium-rare (internal temp of 135 F.). The outside of the roast will get very dark and develop a charred crust, this is desired and one of the signature characteristics of this barbecue recipe.
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Remove the tri-tip from the grill to a large platter.
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Let rest for 15 minutes before slicing in 1/4-inch thick pieces across the grain.
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Serve as you would any barbecued beef, but in California, this is often served with tortillas and salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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519 | Calories |
33g | Fat |
3g | Carbs |
50g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 6 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 519 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 33g | 42% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
Cholesterol 157mg | 52% |
Sodium 819mg | 36% |
Total Carbohydrate 3g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 50g | |
Vitamin C 1mg | 5% |
Calcium 51mg | 4% |
Iron 4mg | 20% |
Potassium 665mg | 14% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
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