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    Coffee-Rubbed Tri-Tip in the Oven

    Published: Mar 28, 2022 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 8 Comments

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    Tri-tip in the oven.

    Learn how to make cook tri-tip in the oven to perfection. The tri-tip roast is seasoned with a homemade coffee rub that yields the juiciest and tastiest tri-tip roast! 

    This oven-baked tri-tip roast recipe will prove that you can make a tasty steak from an inexpensive cut. It's the easiest way to cook tri-tip in the oven, perfect when you don't feel like grilling. 

    tri-tip in the oven recipe.

    Jump to:
    • What is Tri-Tip
    • Easy Tri-Tip in the Oven Recipe
    • The Best Seasoning for Triangle Steak
    • The Ingredients for Oven-Roasted Tri-Tip Roast
    • How to Trim Fat and Silverskin Off Tri-Tip Before Cooking
    • How to Cook Tri-Tip Roast in the Oven 
    • How to Slice Tri-Tip
    • How to Store Leftover Roasted Tri-tip
    • How to Reheat Leftover Roasted Tri-tip
    • How to Use Leftover Tri-tip Roast
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    What is Tri-Tip

    Tri-Tip is also known as the Newport Steak or Santa Maria Steak, Triangle Tip, or Triangle Steak. It's traditionally seasoned with Santa Maria rub, can be grilled or roasted.

    Tri-tip is a cheaper alternative to rib-eye and also makes a great substitute for brisket.

    Tri-tip meat is a part of the bottom sirloin subprimal cut. The meat is nicely marbled, tender, and full-flavored, yet it is actually low in fat.

    Since tri-tip is a lean cut, it is best when it's cooked medium-rare. Do not cook past medium or it ends up being too tough.

    roasted tri-tip recipe.

    Easy Tri-Tip in the Oven Recipe

    This oven-roasted tri-tip recipe is a simple way to cook tri-tip that doesn't require a grill or smoker. The tri-tip is rubbed with a blend of salt and coffee rub.

    The meat starts on the stove in a skillet, but you'll finish the steak in the oven. The meat has a nicely browned sear on the outer parts and medium-rare on the inside.

    The Best Seasoning for Triangle Steak

    I seasoned and marinated the tri-tip roast with a homemade coffee rub. It's the best seasoning for lean meat like tri-tip because the coffee acts as a tenderizer and creates a nice crust on the outside. As a result, you'll find it to be tender even when cooked to medium doneness.

    homemade coffee rub for tri-tip

    The Ingredients for Oven-Roasted Tri-Tip Roast

    To make this tri-tip roast, you'll need a tri-tip roast, kosher salt, black pepper, and homemade coffee rub. The rub contains a blend of ancho chili powder, smoked paprika, ground dark-roast coffee, and dark brown sugar. 

    the best seasoning for tri-tip roast.

    How to Trim Fat and Silverskin Off Tri-Tip Before Cooking

    Nowadays, you can buy trimmed or untrimmed tri-tips. 

    Trimming the fat off the tri-tip is pretty easy and can be done within minutes using a sharp knife.

    It's recommended to leave a little fat, especially on the bottom to keep the meat moist and juicy. You should remove the layer of silverskin and if you are grilling your tri-tip, the fat cap must be removed as well. 

    Here's how to remove the silverskin:

    1. Push the tip of the knife under the silverskin. 
    2. Carefully pull the knife towards you while you're holding the skin until it's all removed. 

    How to Cook Tri-Tip Roast in the Oven 

    1. Prepare the Tri-Tip 

    • Remove some fat and all silverskin if any. 
    • Pat the meat dry with paper towels
    tri-tip roast.

    2. Season the Tri-Tip

    • In a mixing bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, and the coffee rub. Alternatively, you can season the meat with kosher salt and black pepper first, then with the coffee rub. 
    • Rub and coat the meat well on both sides. 
    • Pat the dry rub mildly with your fingers so it adheres.
    coffee rub tri-tip

    3. Marinate

    • Put the meat on top of the wire rack over a baking sheet then cover with plastic wrap. 
    • Transfer the seasoned meat to a fridge and marinate for 8-12 hours. 

    4. Let the tri-tip rest 

    • Remove the marinated tri-tip from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for an hour. 

    5. Brown the Tri-Tip

    • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    • Preheat a large skillet over high heat then add oil. 
    • When the oil is hot and begins to smoke, add the tri-tip, fat-side down. Turn the heat to medium-high and sear for 2-3 minutes or longer without moving until browned.
    • Carefully flip the meat and sear the other side until browned.
    sear the steak.

    6. Roast in the Oven

    • Put the meat on top of the wire rack over a baking sheet, fat-side up.
    • Insert an oven-safe thermometer into the thickest portion of the tri-tip.
    • Roast the meat for about 10-12 minutes per pound or until the food thermometer reaches 130°F.

    oven-roasted tri-tip roast.
    • Remove the meat from the oven. Transfer the meat to a platter covered loosely with foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. The temperature of the meat will continue to rise for as much as 10°F during this time. 
    let the steak rest, cover loosely with foil.

    How to Slice Tri-Tip

    It is important to always slice tri-tip against the grain in order to get a more tender piece of meat.

    • Make sure that you take a good look at your tri-tip roast before cooking.
    • Take a note/picture of which direction the parallel lines of muscle fibers are running. Once it's cooked it's much more difficult to see.
    • Once your tri-tip roast is cooked and has rested, pick up a sharp carving knife.
    • Use the knife to slice the tri-tip against the grain for maximum tenderness.
    tri-tip in the oven.

    How to Store Leftover Roasted Tri-tip

    You can store the leftover tri-tip in an airtight container. Properly stored, it can last 3-4 days in the fridge or 2-3 months in the freezer. 

    How to Reheat Leftover Roasted Tri-tip

    Remove the steak from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for 15-30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 250°F. Place the meat on a wire rack over a baking sheet, then bake until the meat is registered at 110°F.

    How to Use Leftover Tri-tip Roast

    You can use the leftover tri-tip roast for:

    • Steak quesadilla
    • Breakfast steak hash
    • Enchiladas
    • Nachos
    • Taco
    • Any stew like cacciatore, stroganoff
    • Pizza
    • As a topping for any pasta
    • Spring rolls
    • Lettuce wraps
    • Pot-pie
    • French dip sandwich
    • As a filling for Potato cheese balls

    📖 Recipe

    tri-tip in the oven recipe.
    5 from 15 votes

    Tri-Tip in the Oven

    Rika
    Learn how to make cook tri-tip in the oven to perfection. The tri-tip roast is seasoned with a homemade coffee rub that yields the juiciest and tastiest tri-tip roast! 
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Marinating 8 hrs
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 55 kcal

    Equipment

    • an oven-safe meat thermometer
    • a roasting pan or baking sheet with a wire rack on top.

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 whole tri-tip (2 - 2½ pounds), (Remove some fat and all silver skin if any. Pat the meat dry with paper towels).
    • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, (or adjust to your taste)
    • 1½ teaspoons coarse black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon canola oil, (or more as needed)

    Homemade Coffee Rub (Mix Well)

    • 1 tablespoon fresh ground dark-roast coffee 
    • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
    • ½ tablespoon smoked paprika

    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of coffee rub.
    • Rub and coat the meat well on all sides. Pat the dry rub gently with your fingers so it adheres.
    • Put the meat on top of the wire rack over a baking sheet then cover with plastic wrap. Marinate and refrigerate for 8-12 hours.
    • Remove the tri-tip from the fridge. Let it rest at room temperature for up to an hour then preheat the oven to 425°F.
    • Preheat a large skillet over high heat then add oil. When the oil is hot and begins to smoke, add the tri-tip, fat-side down. Turn the heat to medium-high and sear for 2-3 minutes or longer without moving until browned. Carefully flip the meat and sear the other side until browned.
    • Put the meat on top of the wire rack over a baking sheet, fat-side up. Insert an oven-safe thermometer into the thickest portion of the tri-tip.
    • Transfer to meat to the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes per pound or until the food thermometer reaches 130°F.
    • Transfer the meat to a platter covered loosely with foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

    Notes

    Slicing. It is important to always slice tri-tip against the grain in order to get a more tender piece of meat.
    Storing the leftover tri-tip. You can store the leftover tri-tip roast in an airtight container. Properly stored, it can last 3-4 days in the fridge or 2-3 months in the freezer. 
    Reheating. Remove the steak from the fridge and let it rest at room temperature for 15-30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 250°F. Place the meat on a wire rack over a baking sheet, then bake until the meat is registered at 110°F.
    Storing the leftover homemade coffee rub. Transfer the coffee rub to an airtight container or a vacuum-saleable bag. Properly stored, it can last up to two years in the freezer or up to 6 months in a cool dark place. Click here to read more info about the homemade coffee rub.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1197mgPotassium: 86mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1033IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Vicky

      March 30, 2022 at 11:51 am

      5 stars
      Tri-tip is my favorite cut of meat. It is very popular in California, but when we moved to North Carolina it was harder to find. We usually sous vide it, but I am excited to try it in the oven.

      Reply
    2. Emily

      March 30, 2022 at 12:36 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! I can't wait to share this recipe with family and friends 🙂

      Reply
    3. Beth

      April 01, 2022 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      We loved the coffee rub on this tri tip. DEEElicious!

      Reply
      • Rika

        August 14, 2022 at 6:26 pm

        Thanks, Beth! I am glad that you liked it.

    4. Dana Sandonato

      April 10, 2022 at 12:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a great recipe and I'm OBSESSED with the rub! It's so flavorful and the flavors are so deep and rich with that coffee!

      Reply
      • Rika

        August 14, 2022 at 6:28 pm

        Thanks, Dana! I am glad that you obsessed with this rub.

    5. Tavo

      April 30, 2022 at 12:42 pm

      5 stars
      I loved the seasonings! It came out deliciously! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Rika

        August 14, 2022 at 6:26 pm

        You're welcome, Tavo! Thanks for reviewing this recipe.

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