Smoked Tri-Tip
A California classic, the tri-tip roast is perfect for smoking. Seasoned with Santa Maria style spices and smoked to medium-rare. Seared on a hot iron skillet for a crust, then finished with garlic butter. Sliced against the grain for tenderness.

- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Rest
- 10 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Temperature
- 225°F
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Cost
- $25
Ingredients
- 1 count Tri-Tip roast
- 2 tbsp Santa Maria seasoning
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
Steps
- 1Dry brine overnight.
- 2Smoke at 225°F to 133°F.
- 3Sear in skillet with butter/garlic.
- 4Rest wrapped in cooler 30 mins.
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