Tri-Tip (Cardiff Crack)

★★☆☆☆
Prep: 10 mins (est.) Cook: 33 mins (est.) Serves: Unknown

Ingredients

  • 1 tri-tip roast (3–4 lb)
  • 1–2 cups dry red wine
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tbsp freshly ground pepper
  • Bragg Liquid Aminos (optional, flavor enhancer)
  • Red oak chips (for grilling)

Instructions

  1. Mix marinade ingredients in a zip bag; add tri-tip and marinate overnight.
  2. Remove roast, blot dry, and let sit 15–20 minutes to take off the chill.
  3. Prepare grill for direct heat on one side and indirect on the other.
  4. Sear over high heat 3–5 minutes per side.
  5. Move to indirect heat and cook 7–8 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  6. Rest 10 minutes loosely covered with foil; slice against the grain.
Wine Pairing: Bold Red
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tri-tip, steak, grill