The key to a perfect Tri-Tip Roast is twofold … Internal Temperature and carving against the grain of the meat which runs in a couple of different directions. A Tri-Tip is a cut from the bottom of the sirloin and there are only 2 per animal. Basic recipes suggest seasoning with salt, garlic, and pepper before cooking. I prefer using a proprietary rub which I’ve developed and am looking to market consisting of the basics mentioned above but augmented with a few other spices, wrapping the roast in a plastic wrap, and refrigerating overnight.
Most Tri-Tip roast recipes suggest cooking at 350-375ºF to an internal temperature of 125-135ºF. I on the other hand have found that taking the Tri-Tip roast to 145ºF and resting it under a foil tent for 15 minutes produce ideal results.
Season the Tri-Tip roast by rubbing Extra Virgin Olive Oil and your choice of salt/pepper/garlic, your favorite roast rub, or your own home made combination. Wrap the roast in plastic and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat the MAK 2 Star Wood pellet BBQ Smoker-Grill to the smoke setting (180º-200ºF) for about 30 minutes using Pacific Pellet Gourmet Rancher’s Mesquite BBQ wood pellets. Allow the seasoned Tri-Tip roast to sit on the counter for 15 minutes prior to the smoking process. Smoke the Tri-Tip roast for 1 hour.
After smoking the roast for 1 hour, increase the MAK 2 Star pit temperature to 350ºF and cook the Tri-Tip to an internal temperature of 145ºF. Rest the Tri-Tip roast under a foil tent for 15 minutes prior to carving.
It’s imperative that you play close attention to the different directions of grains in order to insure that your carve against the grain. The following image I found at the Virtual Weber Bullet site illustrate the different grains:
The Money $shot$ … Scrumptious melt in your mouth Tri-Tip slices with leftover fried potatoes & onions, fresh pinto beans, and half an avocado … Bon Appétit!!!
For planning purposes only – Total time: 2½ hours (30 minute preheat/1 hour smoke/45 minutes at 350ºF/15 minutes rest) … always cook to your desired internal temperature verified with a digital thermometer.
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