Picked up a Prime Tri Tip from Costco for the family and want to keep learning and posting. If ya’ll don’t like Tri Tip, you aren’t cooking it right!

I once again coated it with Kendu Spice Co. Moon Rock seasoning the night before, then smoked it at 275°F for 45 minutes, which is typically enough time to reach an internal temperature of 130°F. I used the Chef's Temp remote probe, which was very helpful.  After that, I placed it on the cutting board and let it rest for 15 minutes.

The flavors, color, and crust were on point. This is what Moon Rock was made for – so much flavor.

Basic process:

  • Season with Moon Rock the night prior
  • Smoked at 275°F for 45 minutes or until desired temp
  • Pulled at 130°F internal
  • Rested for 15 minutes before slicing

The flavors and crust on this thing were unreal. Also, the deep red color this meat had was gorgeous.

Thoughts:

  • I’d probably go lower and slower at 225°F, then try that again.

Once again, no leftovers.

by boathouse_floats

10 Comments

  1. FastCarsSlowBBQ

    Nicely done.

    If y’all don’t like tritip you ain’t slicing it right.

  2. pandaleer

    Fun fact, tri tip is a CA/western cut. It’s not available across the country.

    That said, I dry brine mine overnight with Kosher salt and then season with garlic powder and pepper before placing on the Q or the smoker. Always a crowd pleaser

  3. Left-Landscape-3890

    I try to do mine to this doneness as well. Perfect bro

  4. NumerousResident1130

    Where is the salsa and tortillas to go with it?

  5. drimmie

    I love tri tip but it’s harder to find here in eastern pennsylvania

  6. 4rd_Prefect

    I don’t like that l that I’m not eating that right now!

    Looks awesome OP!

  7. RecentlyDeceased666

    Ive never had it. Never seen it in stores in Australua

  8. cyogenus

    The method I use involves sear each side and then putting the tri tip on indirect heat until the internal temperature reaches approximately 135 degrees. After that, I wrap it in aluminum foil and let it rest for about 20 minutes.