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Smoked Tri Tip

A flavorful smoked tri tip roast, seasoned with a savory rub and cooked to perfection for a tender and juicy result.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tri Tip Roast
  • 2 pounds tri tip roast trimmed
Dry Rub
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
Wood Chips
  • 2 cups oak or hickory wood chips soaked in water for 30 minutes

Method
 

Prepare the Tri Tip
  1. Trim any excess fat from the tri tip roast.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the dry rub.
  3. Rub the dry rub all over the tri tip roast, ensuring it is evenly coated. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Smoker
  1. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
  2. Add the soaked wood chips to the smoker box or directly onto the coals.
Smoke the Tri Tip
  1. Place the tri tip roast on the smoker grates, fat side up.
  2. Smoke for about 2 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare.
Rest and Serve
  1. Remove the tri tip from the smoker and let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
  2. Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature for desired doneness.

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