Tri-tip Steak Recipes

Tri-tip steak is a triangular cut from the bottom sirloin, prized for its rich beefy flavor, moderate marbling, and versatility in weeknight and cookout recipes. It cooks beautifully whole as a roast or sliced into steaks for quick searing.

This cut is especially popular for grilling and smoking, but it also works well in the oven, under the broiler, or in a cast-iron skillet. Because tri-tip is relatively lean, it benefits from marinades, dry rubs, and careful cooking to keep it juicy.

Use tri-tip steak in recipes like Santa Maria-style barbecue, steak tacos, grain bowls, steak sandwiches, fajitas, salads, and meal-prep dinners. Always slice it against the grain, noting that the grain changes direction across the cut.