First Tri-tip

[Steve P. (Timmee)]

So, today I decided to attempt my first Tri-Tip on my 22.5" OTG. The rub ended up a little spicier than I care for, and the meat ended up a little rarer than I care for (I cooked it indirect to 135 internal, then a few minutes direct over the coals), but it was still a decent meal. Next time, I'm going to try a rub with a little less spice, and take it to 145 internal temperature. Anyways, enough talking, time for the pics.

On the grill, with the rub applied and temperature probe inserted.

After I moved it to direct heat.

Other side, with grill marks.

Resting, on the cutting board.

On the plate, with corn, cheesy pasta and broccoli, and cheddar garlic biscuits.

 

[Cliff Bartlett]

Great looking tri tip and sides, Steve.

 

[Brian Dahl]

Practice, practice, practice make perfect - and you're close, Steve!

 

[James Payne]

The best part about grilling.... Practice is fun

That tri-tip looks awesome!

 

[John Solak]

Very nice, Looks cooked just the way I like it. If its a little too rare for you just throw them in a pan far a little bit. That what my Wife does, she likes hers done a little more than I like too.

 

[Wolgast]

Spectacular looking Tr1!

 

[Mike Coffman]

Tasty looking tri tip.

 

[Tony R]

Looks good to me!!!

 

[Noe]

Looks perfect to me. Great looking meal.

 

[Zac_Callier]

Are you sure that was your first tri tip? Looks prettttty good to be a first try! Great looking cook

 

[Chris Lynch]

I'll never forget my first...

As to the "too rare for your taste", when making left overs, give the slices a quick sear in the pan, thats how I did mine and found them a touch over done for my liking should be perfect for you!

 

[Bill W San Diego]

Steve, don't forget to always carve your TT across the grain for better tenderness. That TT you cooked would only last a wink of the eye at my house. Nice first time.

 

[Hamilton Barnes]

Looks great to me!

 

[Joe F]

Nice looking Tri-Tip !
Good advice to give the slices a quick sear if needed.

 

[Enrico Brandizzi]

Great looking tri tip! Well cooked!

 

[Bob Correll]

Great looking tri tip Steve!

Just salt, pepper, and garlic powder is nice for a rub.

As Bill W mentioned above, make sure to slice across the grain for tenderness.
Chris A has a nice little video on the how to.

 

[Steve P. (Timmee)]

Thanks everyone for the kind words. This hobby is a fun and tasty one, and everything I've learned about barbecuing and grilling I've learned here. I'm looking forward to learning more from you all.

 

[HVanorden]

Steve, looks perfectly cooked to me. I love it rare like that.