Savory Grilled Tri-Tip with Asian Marinade
Transform your summer grilling experience with this delectable Savory Grilled Tri-Tip. This recipe blends the robust flavors of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, creating a mouthwatering marinade that penetrates the beef, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. The sweetness of brown and white sugars balances the savory notes, while the sake and mirin add depth and a slight acidity. Perfect for family gatherings or a casual outdoor feast, this dish pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad. Prep time includes a 2-hour marinating period that allows the flavors to develop fully, but you can marinate for up to a day if you want a deeper flavor. Get ready to elevate your grilling game with this irresistible tri-tip recipe!
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Servings
375
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
soy sauce
1 (low-sodium, for marinating)
brown sugar
1/2 (for marinating)
white sugar
1/2 (for marinating)
onion
3/4 (sliced for marinating)
sake
1/2 (for marinating)
mirin
1/2 (or substitute with 1/2 cup sake and 1 teaspoon sugar, for marinating)
garlic
1 (minced for marinating)
ginger
1 (sliced for marinating)
pepper
1/2 (for marinating)
dry mustard
1/2 (for marinating)
beef tri-tip steak
1 1/2 (pounds, trimmed of excess fat)
Instructions
1
In a marinating dish or a large zip-lock bag, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, white sugar, sliced onion, sake, mirin, minced garlic, sliced ginger, pepper, and dry mustard.
2
Stir the mixture well or seal the bag and shake it gently until the sugars are fully dissolved.
3
Add the trimmed tri-tip steak to the marinade, ensuring it is fully covered. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, turning occasionally for even marination.
4
After marinating, remove the tri-tip from the marinade and discard the marinade.
5
Prepare your grill by creating a solid bed of coals and preheat to medium heat.
6
Place the tri-tip on the grill and cook, turning it every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking. Grill for approximately 30 minutes for medium-rare, or until your desired doneness.
7
Once cooked to your preference, transfer the tri-tip to a platter or cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
8
Using a sharp knife, slice the tri-tip thinly against the grain at a slight angle before serving.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
32.5g
Carbs
20g
Protein
13.125g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in the Savory Grilled Tri-Tip with Asian Marinade?
The main protein is 1.5 pounds of beef tri-tip steak, trimmed of excess fat.
How long should the tri-tip be marinated?
The beef should be marinated for at least 2 hours, but it can be left for up to 24 hours for deeper flavor.
What ingredients are used to make the Asian marinade?
The marinade consists of soy sauce, brown sugar, white sugar, sliced onion, sake, mirin, minced garlic, sliced ginger, pepper, and dry mustard.
What can I use as a substitute for mirin?
You can substitute mirin with 1/2 cup of sake mixed with 1 teaspoon of sugar.
What type of soy sauce is recommended?
The recipe recommends using low-sodium soy sauce for the marinade.
How should the grill be prepared?
Create a solid bed of coals and preheat the grill to medium heat.
How often should the tri-tip be turned on the grill?
The tri-tip should be turned every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
How long does it take to grill the tri-tip to medium-rare?
It takes approximately 30 minutes of grilling to reach medium-rare doneness.
Should I keep the marinade after the meat is removed?
No, you should discard the marinade after removing the tri-tip.
Why is it important to let the meat rest after cooking?
Letting the meat rest for 5 minutes allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist steak.
How should the tri-tip be sliced for serving?
Use a sharp knife to slice the tri-tip thinly against the grain at a slight angle.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
There are 375 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
How much protein does this tri-tip recipe provide?
The recipe provides 20g of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count for this recipe?
There are 32.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sugar is in the Savory Grilled Tri-Tip?
There is 13.125g of sugar per serving.
Does this recipe include ginger?
Yes, the marinade includes 1 unit of sliced ginger.
Is garlic used in the marinade?
Yes, one unit of minced garlic is added to the marinade mixture.
What kind of sugars are used in the marinade?
The recipe uses both brown sugar and white sugar.
What kind of onion is required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 of an onion, sliced.
Is sake an essential part of the marinade?
Yes, sake is used to add depth and slight acidity to the flavor profile.
What spices are included in the marinade?
The marinade includes pepper and dry mustard.
What side dishes pair well with this tri-tip?
This dish pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Is this recipe suitable for outdoor gatherings?
Yes, it is perfect for family gatherings or casual outdoor feasts.
What tags describe this recipe?
Tags include grilled tri-tip, marinated beef, summer grilling, asian flavors, easy recipe, barbecue, and beef.
What is the prep time recommendation for marinating?
A 2-hour marinating period is recommended to allow flavors to develop fully.
How should the marinade components be mixed?
Stir the mixture well or shake it in a sealed bag until the sugars are fully dissolved.
What type of cut is tri-tip?
Tri-tip is a beef steak cut, specifically 1.5 pounds are used in this recipe.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is categorized with the tag 'easy recipe'.
Can I marinate the meat for 24 hours?
Yes, you can marinate for up to a day if you want a deeper flavor.