Santa Maria-Style BBQ Tri-Tip

 

Santa Maria-Style BBQ Tri-Tip
Ingredients
  • 2-3 pound tri-tip roast
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • 2 cups oak chips, soaked 2 hours
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mix the granulated garlic, salt, and pepper together and rub all over into the meat. Let stand for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Set the tri-tip over direct heat, fat side up, and sear until nicely browned, about 10 minutes. Flip over and sear other side.
  3. Move the tri-tip over the indirect-heat area, cover and grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 130 degrees F, 20-30 minutes.
  4. To make the tomato relish, toss the tomatoes with cooking oil, season with salt and pepper, transfer to a grill basket. Grill until charred on all sides. Transfer tomatoes to another bowl. Add parsley, olive oil, garlic paste, chilies, and onions. Stir to combine.