Peppercorn Beef Tri Tip Recipe
The irresistible cracked peppercorn rub creates an incredible depth of flavor on this cast iron tri tip recipe that is sure to tantalize your tastebuds.
Ingredients
- 1 " thick tri tip steaks approx 1.5 pounds
- 2 tablespoons of whole peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon each of dried minced garlic and onions
- 1/8 teaspoon of dried mustard
- 2 tablespoons of grass fed butter
Instructions
- Bring the steaks to room temperature.
- Crush the peppercorns with a mallet or the handle of a butter knife.
- Combine the crushed peppercorns with the rest of the seasonings.
- Roll each steak in the seasonings to fully coat.
- Preheat a 12" cast iron skillet on medium-high heat, then add butter and allow it
to melt. - Sear each side for 4 minutes. (8 minutes total)
- Allow it to rest for 10 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
I pulled my steaks off at 130°F. After resting, the internal temperature was
right at 135°. Tri tips can be on the tougher side, but very juicy steaks. Cooked much past
medium, they dry out quickly.
right at 135°. Tri tips can be on the tougher side, but very juicy steaks. Cooked much past
medium, they dry out quickly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ozCalories: 711kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 76gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 251mgSodium: 1258mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g
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