BBQ tri-tip
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Barbequed tri-tip

Grill over low heat and let rest for juicy, tender meat.

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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  • tri-tip roast, approx 2½ to 3 lb, trimmed of fat
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

Combine dry ingredients in a small bowl.

Drizzle tri-tip with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic-powder mixture, pressing to adhere.

Grill 5 minutes per side over medium heat.

Lower heat to low, and grill an additional 30 minutes, covered, turning every 10 minutes. Medium doneness will register 140° when thermometer is inserted into thickest part of meat.

Let rest at least 10 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.


Servings: 6-8

Credits: Bon Appetit, Jul 2004 via Epicurious.com