chef Adam Moore Citrus and Chile Braised Grassfed Beef Tri Tip

  • Prep time 15Min
  • Cook time 20Min
  • Technique Broil
  • Meat Beef
  • Cut
  • Serves 4

Tri-tip may be a signature of California grilling, but we give it a Down Under makeover with Aussie grassfed beef at the center. Coated with a fragrant spice rub, seared and then slow-cooked with loads of fresh citrus and a bit of sriracha heat bring the flavor from the Gold Coast to the West Coast.

Ingredients

Portion size: 8 oz.
Alternate cuts: Any braising cut

All-purpose BBQ rub:

  •  1 cup paprika
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder 
  • 2 teaspoons cayenne 
  • 1/2 cup black pepper 
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 
  • 1/4 cup dried oregano 
  • 1/4 cup dried thyme 
  • 1/2 cup fine sea salt 
  • 1/2 cup garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar 

For the trip tip:

  •  2 1/2 pounds Australian grassfed beef tri tip
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose BBQ rub or other spice rub for beef 
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • 2 cups vegetable stock 
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes 
  • 1 medium sliced, onion 
  • 1/2 zested and juuiced orange 
  • 1 zested and juiced lime 
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed 
  • 1 tablepoon sriracha sauce

Method

For the rub:

  1. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and break up any excess lumps.

  2. Store in an airtight container, in a cool, dry place, such as your cupboard.

For the tri tip:

  1. Evenly coat the beef with the rub.

  2. In a large sauté pan over high heat, add the oil and sear the beef on all sides, until nicely browned.

  3. Transfer it to a large Crock Pot and add the remaining ingredients. Cook on low for 6 hours or until fork tender.

  4. Alternately, use a Dutch oven: place in the oven at 225°F for 6 hours.

  5. For maximum flavor, let the beef cool in the remaining juices overnight in the refrigerator.

To serve: Reheat beef and place over cooked rice or your favorite side dish.