Perfect Grilled Tri-tip With Santa Maria-style Rub
  1. Trim fat to ¼". Pat dry. Rub with oil.

  2. Apply dry rub generously, pressing to adhere.

  3. Create two zones:

  4. Hot side: 450-500°F (searing)

  5. Cool side: 350°F (indirect heat)

  6. Grill fat-side down 4-5 min per side over direct heat.

  7. Sear edges 30 sec each.

  8. Finish Cooking:

  9. Move to cool side. Insert thermometer.

  10. 125°F (rare)

  11. 130-135°F (medium-rare) ← Recommended

  12. 140°F (medium)

  13. Tent with foil 10-15 min.

  14. Slice ¼" thick against the grain.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌾Gluten-free🥩Carnivore...

Category🍖Meat

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions🍗Barbecue📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 1h

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