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Smoked Tri Tip – a perfectly smoked cut of meat is a gorgeous thing! This Tri tip is coated in a quick and easy rub, and then smoked to perfection!
Tri Tip was one of the first things I ever made on the smoker. It is so darn easy it is a very beginner recipe. It is basically the gateway to going all in with Smoked Baby Bake Ribs and Smoked Short Ribs.
I am usually the one that grills at our house, so I can make the best turkey burger, grill up chicken sandwiches, pork chops, and I can even do a steak. But….I use a gas grill. I have never used charcoal in my life.
So the world of smoking was all new to me, but I have embraced it over the last few years and it is my favorite thing to do all summer long! You can do this recipe on an electric smoker or a traditional smoker and the instructions are the same.
What You’ll Need
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- Tri-Tip Roast – Costco usually has these on sale year round for a reasonable price
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Sugar
You really can get creative with the spice blend, this is a basic version. But if you want a traditional barbecue flavored on The Best Dry Rub works really well.
How Long to Smoke Tri Tip
Smoking a tri-tip does not take very long. I usually have mine on the smoker for about 90 minutes.
Smoked Tri Tip Temp
You want to cook the meet to 130º F for medium rare. It takes about about an hour and half to get there, so it isn’t an all day event, like if you smoke a brisket. I like to hold the smoker around 225º F during the cook time. It is best to have a meat thermometer in during the cooking time, so you can keep an eye on it and know when it is time to remove.
How to Smoke a Tri Tip
- Rub – Mix together all of the ingredients for the rub together and generously coat and rub the mixture into the meat.
- Smoke – Heat the smoker to 225 degrees. Once it up to temp add the meat to the smoker. Cover and let cook for about 90 minutes until it reaches 130 degrees for medium rare. There are also instructions below for how to make this on the grill if you don’t have a smoker.
- Rest – Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes before you slice to serve it. This lets all the juices redistribute and keep the meat super tender and juicy!
What to Serve with Tri-Tip
This dinner is super versatile that you can serve with anything. You can top with Homemade Barbecue Sauce and go that way, or you can serve with more basic sides as well.
More Great Dinner Recipes to Try
- Buffalo Chicken Burgers
- Grilled Chicken Thighs
- Grilled Sausage & Vegetable Kebabs
- Perfect Grilled Ribeye
- 2AM Breakfast Burger
- Barbecue Ribs
- Bruschetta Chicken
Smoked Tri-Tip
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pound Tri-Tip roast
- 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 Tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated raw sugar
Instructions
- Heat smoker or grill to 225 degrees.
- Combine salt, pepper, garlic, onion, and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle over roast, and gently rub into the meat.
- Place onto smoker or grill. Cover and cook until you reach 130 degrees (about 90 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Thinly slice to serve
Notes
You can make this on a grill following the same instructions, you will just not have the same smokey flavor.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Looks so delicious! My husband would love this!
Love the rub for this! Looks delicious!
I just ordered a smoker so I am saving this recipe!
That looks delicious, thanks for sharing!
Oh yum! This looks perfectly cooked. 🙂
The tri-tip is one of my favorite cuts. Looks like we need to fire up the smoker!
I only can immagine how tasty this tri-tip is! Deliciousness!
This was an excellent dinner last night! Perfectly pink and flavorful!
Oh my, this looks incredible! Can’t wait to try it!
Such a delicious cut of meat! Love the smoky flavor and how it is cooked just perfectly!