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Santa Maria Style Tri-Tip

Juicy and delicious Santa Maria Style Tri-Tip perfect for summer grilling!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, style, rub, santa maria, california, grill, recipe, barbecue, sauce
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 232kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

Ingredients

Santa Maria Style Seasoning

  • 1 Tablespoon sea salt
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ Tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon tarragon
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 2 ½ pound tri-tip roast

Instructions

  • Mix seasoning ingredients together in a small bowl, set aside.
  • Place tri-tip roast on a foil lined baking sheet. Rub seasoning on all side of tri-tip.
  • Cover with foil and allow to sit at room temperature for one hour.
  • Heat grill {I use gas} and lightly coat grate with olive oil.
  • Place tri-tip on hot grill Fat Side Up and sear both side, about 10 minutes each side.
  • Continue cooking, keeping the temperature between 250 and 300 degrees, until cooked to desired doneness.
  • Remove from grill, tent with foil, and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Thinly slice Tri-Tip and serve with your favorite sides or in sandwiches.

Notes

  • Meat will continue cooking after you remove it from the grill…something that I keep forgetting.
  • Rare – 120 degrees
  • Medium-Rare – 130 degrees {that’s the one you want}
  • Medium 140 degrees

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 952mg | Potassium: 490mg | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 2.4mg
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