Grilled Tri-Tip

high angle looking at a sliced grilled tri-tip resting on a cutting board
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 55 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds tri-tip roast

  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and very thinly sliced

  • cup salt

  • cup black pepper

  • cup garlic salt or to taste

Directions

  1. Using a sharp knife, cut small slits in the top of the roast; insert garlic slices into the slits.

    Garlic slices inserted into the slits made on the tri-tip.

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  2. Mix salt, pepper, and garlic salt together in a small bowl; rub all over the tri-tip and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 1 day. Remove tri-tip from the refrigerator about 20 minutes before grilling.

    Salt, pepper and garlic mixed together and rubbed on the tri-tip.

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  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Place the meat directly above the flame to sear the meat and lock in the juices, about 5 to 10 minutes per side.

    Tri-tip cooking on a grill.

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  5. Turn the grill down to medium heat and continue to cook, turning occasionally, for another 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) for medium-rare. Let stand, covered loosely with aluminum foil, for 5 minutes before slicing.

    Grilled tri-tip resting on a cutting board before slicing.

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Cook’s Note

Tri-tip is not a common cut where I live, so I usually call the butcher at my local grocery store and request it the day before I need to prepare it.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of dry rub. The actual amount of dry rub consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

366 Calories
21g Fat
4g Carbs
38g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 366
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 8g 42%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 3711mg 161%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Protein 38g 76%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Calcium 42mg 3%
Iron 5mg 30%
Potassium 570mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.


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