Real Deal Santa Maria Tri-Tip

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   If your tri-tip are not trimmed of excess fat, trim them down to 1/8 fat at most.

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   I got mine at Costco and they were very nicely trimmed.

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   Mix the seasoning ingredients well in a small mixing bowl.

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   Season both sides of each tri-tip generously with the seasoning.

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   Put the roasts in a lipped pan, cover them loosely with plastic wrap, and let them sit at room temperature for about an hour before cooking.

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   Start your grill and prepare for two-zone cooking (indirect and direct) at medium-high heat (375-400 degrees F).

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   Cook the roasts indirect until the internal temperature in the thickest part of each is 127 degrees F.

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   Move the roasts over the coals and cook them direct for about two minutes on each side.

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   Remove the roasts from the grill, tent them loosely with foil, and let them rest for about ten minutes.

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    Slice the roasts across the grain to about 1/4, and serve with your favorite sides.

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    Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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