Tri-Tip: Grill or Roast + Slicing + Simple Seasoning
Tri-tip is a crowd-pleaser. It’s great on the grill or roasted in the oven, and it becomes next-level when you slice it correctly (tri-tip has two grain directions). This guide keeps it simple.
Buy tri-tip in person at The Farmstand
Beef is sold in person at The Farmstand (cuts rotate). For special delivery/shipping requests, contact us.
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Cast iron cleanup tip: If you sear in cast iron, wash with a small amount of tallow dish soap, rinse, dry fully, and warm briefly. Start here: Tallow Dish Soap Guide
Table of Contents
Simple Tri-Tip Seasoning
- Keep it classic: salt + pepper + garlic powder
- Optional: add paprika for color
- Finish: slice and hit with a final pinch of salt
Grill or Roast Tri-Tip (Simple Method)
A simple tri-tip method: season, cook on grill or roast in oven, rest, then slice correctly across the grain.
Total Time: 45 minutes
Season
Pat dry and season generously with salt (pepper/garlic optional).
Cook
Grill over medium-high heat or roast in the oven until cooked to your preference.
Rest
Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.
Find the grain
Tri-tip has two grain directions—identify them before slicing.
Slice
Slice thin against the grain (in both directions) for tender bites.
Supply:
- Tri-tip
- Salt
- Optional: pepper, garlic powder
- Optional: cooking tallow (if searing)
Tools:
- Grill or roasting pan
- Knife
- Cutting board
How to Slice Tri-Tip (Two Grain Directions)
Tri-tip is famous for this. One part of the roast runs one direction, and the other part shifts. Slice it in two sections first if needed, then slice each section against the grain.
What to Serve With Tri-Tip
- Roasted potatoes or rice
- Salad + vinaigrette
- Grilled veggies
- Chimichurri or garlic butter
Cast Iron Cleanup After Searing (Simple Method)
Soap is fine on cast iron. Rinse, light scrub, then dry completely.
- Rinse warm soon after cooking.
- Light soap scrub with tallow dish soap.
- Dry completely and warm 30–60 seconds.
Shop dish soap for cast iron cleanup: Lava Luxe · Kitchen Lemon · Tallow Dish Soap Guide
More cast iron help: How to Wash Cast Iron With Soap · Dish Soap FAQ Hub
Tri-Tip FAQs
Why is tri-tip tough sometimes?
Usually it’s sliced with the grain. Tri-tip has two grain directions—slice thin against the grain in both sections.
Is tri-tip better grilled or roasted?
Both work great. Grilling adds classic flavor; roasting is easy and consistent. The key is resting and slicing correctly.
Where do I buy tri-tip from Blended Pastures?
Beef is sold in person at The Farmstand (cuts rotate). For special delivery/shipping requests, contact us.
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