Cardiff Crack Recipe
The Cardiff Crack Recipe is a flavorful grilled tri-tip that is juicy, tender and coated with a sweet and savory marinade.
Ingredients
For the Beef
- 2½ pounds tri-tip roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Marinade
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley
- Grilled lemon halves
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
Prepare The Marinade
- Whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, garlic, mustard and seasonings.
Marinate The Beef
- Place the tri-tip in a large bag and pour the marinade over it. Refrigerate overnight.
Remove From Refrigerator
- Take the beef out about thirty minutes before grilling.
Preheat The Grill
- Heat the grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates.
Pat Dry
- Remove excess marinade from the beef with paper towels.
Sear The Meat
- Grill the tri-tip for about five minutes on each side to develop a flavorful crust.
Continue Cooking
- Move the beef to indirect heat and cook until the internal temperature reaches your preferred doneness.
Check The Temperature
- Cook to about 130°F for medium-rare or 140°F for medium.
Rest The Beef
- Cover loosely with foil and let the meat rest for ten minutes.
Slice Correctly
- Cut the tri-tip thinly against the grain for maximum tenderness.
Garnish
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and cracked black pepper.
Serve
- Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for the best flavor.
- Always slice against the grain.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect results.
- Let the beef rest before slicing.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Smoke the tri-tip for deeper flavor.
- Finish with a little flaky sea salt.