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    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade

    Published: Nov 2, 2017 · Modified: Jan 12, 2019 by Melissa Stadler · This post may contain affiliate links · 37 Comments

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    This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Alexia 

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade. How to make a juicy and flavorful tri-tip steak on the grill paired with Alexia premium side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

    I am sharing how to make a phenomenal Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade paired with the brand new Alexia premium side dishes.

    If my husband could dream up his ultimate meal, it would most likely include steak. I wanted to find a quick and easy marinade to bring out the natural flavors and juices of the steak.  The beauty of a marinade is that it not only flavors the steak but tenderizes it as well. Now that is what I call efficiency.

    This Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade starts with a high-quality piece of meat.  This marinade recipe works with any type of beef or steak and just makes everything better! This amazing steak marinade starts with oil because it helps to tenderize the meat.  Adding an acid helps to break down the tough fibers of the meat so freshly squeezed lemon juice is added to the marinade.

    Brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and an array of spices give it a touch of salty sweetness. When you add sugar to a marinade, it helps to give the steak a nice crust on the outside.

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade. How to make a juicy and flavorful tri-tip steak on the grill paired with Alexia premium side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

    Use a fork to poke holes throughout the steak so the marinade can seep in.  You want to give this marinade time to do its job so let it rest in the refrigerator for a bare minimum 30 minutes.  It is ideal to leave the steak in the refrigerator for a few hours to let it tenderize and develop those deep, rich flavors.

    The steak is now ready for the grill! Bring it on.  I used to be the girl who was a little afraid of the grill. My husband LOVES to grill so he is always eager to be the man standing in front of it and I didn't stand in his way. 🙂 It wasn't until years ago when he was working later hours that I started figuring out how to do it myself.

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade. How to make a juicy and flavorful tri-tip steak on the grill paired with Alexia premium side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

    To grill a tri-tip steak, start with high heat. This is an important step as you want to develop a crust on the steak. I always salt both sides of the steak. Grill the steak for about 5-8 minutes per side. Watch for flare-ups and move to another part of the grill if it is flaring up too much.

    After it has been seared, lower the heat to medium or medium-low and continue to grill. Let it cook for another 8-10 minutes or until it reaches 130 degrees in the center of the steak.  An average 2-lb. sized tri-tip steak will take approximately 22 - 25 minutes of total cooking time on the grill.

    Since tri-tip steaks vary in thickness, your best bet is to use a meat thermometer to check for temperature. The instant-read thermometer reads 120 degrees for rare, 130 degrees for medium-rare, and 140 degrees for medium.

    Now the important part! REST.  Let this baby rest...it has been working so hard.  Why do we want the steak to rest when we are starving and want to dive right in? If you were to cut the steak as soon as you pull it off of the grill, all of those heavenly juices would run right out of the steak and onto your plate. We want to keep those precious juices inside the steak! Let the steak rest for at least 10-15 minutes. Patience is a virtue, people.

    Alexia Premium Side Dishes made with high quality ingredients. A grilled tri-tip steak marinade recipe to go along with the Alexia gourmet side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

    While you are waiting, this is the time to focus on the side dishes. I am guilty of forgetting about even making sides since I am usually so focused on the main dish. Then I am scrambling to figure out what I could whip up really quickly to pair with our main dish.  As a busy Mom of 4, I am always trying to find creative ways to get more vegetables into our meals.

    I discovered the easiest frozen side dishes made by Alexia in my grocery store and have been hooked ever since. I have been a fan of Alexia side dishes since I first tried their sweet potato fries and have been devouring them ever since.  I love that Alexia uses only the highest quality ingredients without all of the fillers that others use.  I feel good that I am actually feeding my family healthy vegetables with no GMO ingredients added.

    I am such a risotto fan but it takes a long time standing in front of the stove stirring and stirring and stirring. Alexia has come out with an easier and healthier way to eat risotto -- Butternut Squash Risotto with Parmesan and Sea Salt. It is made in one bag in the microwave in less than 10 minutes!  I literally ate the entire bag! I kid you not. I made myself a bowl of it and just kept going back for more.  It is made with vibrant sweet butternut squash cut into tiny squares, savory parmesan cheese, a touch of cream, and sea salt. It is simply perfect.You can find even more about Alexia gourmet side dishes by clicking http://www.alexiafoods.com. These Alexia side dishes pair so well with this Tri-Tip Steak.

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade. How to make a juicy and flavorful tri-tip steak on the grill paired with Alexia premium side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

     

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade. How to make a juicy and flavorful tri-tip steak on the grill paired with Alexia premium side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade

    Melissa Stadler, Modern Honey
    A simple grilled steak marinade will transform any steak into a tender and flavorful dinner.
    5 from 24 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 277 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 - 3 lb. Tri-Tip Steak or Flank Steak or any steak of choice
    • ¼ - ⅓ cup Oil
    • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice
    • 2 Tablespoons Soy Sauce or GF Tamari
    • 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar
    • 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
    • ¾ teaspoon Garlic Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Pepper
    • Salt to generously coat the outside of steak

    Garnish (optional):

    • Butter
    • Garlic
    • Parsley

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium-sized bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and pepper. Whisk together.
    • Place steak in a Ziploc bag and pour marinade over steak. Let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. 2 - 4 hours is more ideal.
    • Heat outdoor grill to high.
    • Once the grill is heated, place tri-tip steak on the grill. Generously salt each side of steak. Sear each side for 5 - 8 minutes per side.
    • Lower to medium to medium-low heat and continue to grill for 6-10 minutes or until thermometer reaches 130 degrees in the center of the steak. Tri-tip steaks can range in thickness. It is suggested to use a meat thermometer to check the temperature to ensure the meat isn't overcooked. The total cooking time will be 20 - 25 minutes at the least. An average 2-lb. tri-tip will need about 25 minutes total cooking time.
    • Since tri-tip steaks vary in thickness, your best bet is to use a meat thermometer to check for temperature. The instant-read thermometer reads 120 degrees for rare, 130 degrees for medium-rare, and 140 degrees for medium.
    • Remove steak from grill and let rest for 10 -15 minutes before slicing. Slice across the grain for the most tender meat.
    • May serve with garlic parsley butter.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 31gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 470mgPotassium: 547mgSugar: 4gVitamin C: 4.7mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2.7mg
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    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I hope that you love this Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade and Alexia Premium Side Dishes. Where are my grill lovers? Happy Grilling, my friends! xo

    Grilled Tri-Tip Steak Marinade. How to make a juicy and flavorful tri-tip steak on the grill paired with Alexia premium side dishes. www.modernhoney.com

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    Comments

    1. Darienne

      December 28, 2022 at 7:05 pm

      5 stars
      The best Marinade for Tri Tip. Have made this recipe several times and the compliments keep rolling in.

      Reply
    2. Christi

      November 10, 2022 at 8:08 am

      Hi Melissa! I know you have a smoker too and wondered if you’ve made this on your smoker? Could you please pass on instructions for that as well? Temp and timing? Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Patrick Hart

      September 20, 2022 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      I've been using this recipe for more than a year now. It's SOOOOOO Good.

      Reply
    4. Kristen

      July 08, 2022 at 11:08 pm

      5 stars
      My go to recipe, it’s amazing!!

      Reply
    5. Ashlee Kramer

      April 04, 2022 at 9:03 am

      Has anyone made this on a black stone griddle?

      Reply
    6. Julie Wiser

      November 24, 2021 at 11:56 am

      5 stars
      Deeee-lish! Thanks for a wonderful recipe. I used my vacuum sealer which forces the marinade into any air spaces in the meat. About about 6-8 hours of marinating is achieved done in 30 minutes.

      Reply
    7. John Ledford

      October 30, 2021 at 8:54 pm

      5 stars
      OMG!!!!
      Best steak marinate ever!
      Even though grill was a bit too hot from Mesquite coals, and outside got slightly charred, the incredible flavor of that marinade was so wonderful you didn’t even notice
      Fabulous!!
      And one of the best pieces of meat I’ve ever cooked on the grill

      Reply
    8. Brett

      October 25, 2021 at 6:05 am

      5 stars
      I did this with a one pound tri-tip yesterday, a 24 hour marinade with a half portion. I also subbed Pom vinegar for the lemon out of necessity, but it just came out great. It immediately made the rotation!!!

      Reply
    9. Fran L

      October 15, 2021 at 6:56 pm

      5 stars
      Second time I’ve made this marinade for tri tip. Great rich flavor after 4 + hrs of marinading. Got raves regarding unique flavor & tenderness. Make sure you let it rest at least 15 minutes after cooking to make more flavorful & tender. Thanks for a great recipe.

      Reply
    10. Donna A Pollock

      September 02, 2021 at 6:10 pm

      5 stars
      My family loves tri tip. I love the idea of your marinade, it sounds really good. For sure I'm making those smashed crispy potatoes. I'm so hooked on those I can't even believe it. I always get me a plate full of them and dip and eat dip and eat. I can't help it they are so good. I have never heard of Alexia side dishes!! where do you buy them. I hope that you and your family have a wonderful weekend too and thank you so much for the recipes. Is your weather cooling off any or not?

      Reply
      • Modern Honey

        September 03, 2021 at 11:38 am

        Hi Donna! You are just the sweetest to comment. Thank you so much! I buy the Alexia side dishes at my Fry's or Target. Love them! It is still pretty hot here -- we are still hitting 100 degrees. We don't cool down until November. Haha! How about you? Have the best weekend!

        Reply
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