What should I inject my tri-tip with?
What should I inject my tri-tip with?
You can inject the cut if you want to, but it is not necessary. It does give the tri-tip a nice beefy flavor boost. I inject the tri-tip with a mix of beef broth, Butcher BBQ Prime Brisket Injection and regular Soy Sauce.
Why is tri-tip bad?
Tri-tip is very tender to the point of shredding , dark in color but tastes of harsh smoke and boiled pot roast. The meat has most likely been smoked till tender but too much wood was added to the fire resulting in over smoking or the cooking chamber of the smoker has not been cleaned properly.
Does tri-tip steak need to be marinated?
But, first things first – in order to make your tri trip steak wonderfully tender and tasty, before searing it on the grill, we need to marinate it. While you can use different types of rubs to add some extra flavor to your meat such as dry rubs, wet rubs and spice pastes, I almost always go for marinades.
What temp is tri tip done?
Testing for doneness Using a meat thermometer, cook the tri-tip to your desired temperature: about 135°F for rare, 140°F for medium rare* (the recommended temperature for optimal taste and texture), and 145°F for medium.
How long should tri tip rest after smoking?
Smoke: Place tri-tip on smoker unwrapped for 60-90 minutes. Cook until internal temperature reaches 125 – 130 degrees F for rare and remove. Wrap tri-tip in foil and let rest for 15 minutes.
Is tri-tip a healthy meat?
Each steak is boneless, about ¾- to 1-inch thick, and should be nicely marbled. Tri-tip is a good cut of meat because of its rich beef flavor, tender texture, as well as cheaper price tag than similar steak cuts. It’s also a lean cut of meat, making it a healthier red meat option.
Is tri-tip a brisket?
The tri tip steak comes from the bottom sirloin, while the brisket is cut from the chest region. Both cuts pack a ton of beef flavor, but tri tip is much leaner than brisket. Brisket also typically costs less per pound, although the savings are offset by the fact that tri tip is sold in much smaller portions.
