Description

This flavorful tri tip marinade combines soy sauce, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and a blend of spices to perfectly tenderize and season your tri tip roast. Ideal for grilling, roasting, or searing, this marinade infuses the beef with rich, tangy, and savory notes. Marinate for at least 6 hours or overnight for maximum depth, then cook to your preferred doneness for a juicy, delicious main course.

Ingredients

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Marinade Ingredients

1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Main Ingredient

2–3 pounds tri tip roast

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Instructions

Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl or large resealable plastic bag, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, black pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika until thoroughly combined.
Marinate the Tri Tip: Place the tri tip roast into the marinade, making sure it is fully coated on all sides. Seal the bag or cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
Bring to Room Temperature: When ready to cook, remove the tri tip from the marinade and let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This helps with even cooking.
Cook the Tri Tip: Choose your cooking method: grill it over medium-high heat, roast it in the oven, or sear on the stovetop and finish baking. Cook until desired doneness is reached, typically medium-rare to medium for the best flavor and tenderness.
Rest and Serve: Let the cooked tri tip rest for 10 minutes so the juices redistribute. Slice thinly against the grain to serve, ensuring tender and flavorful bites.

Notes

This marinade is versatile and works well with grilling, oven roasting, or smoking methods.
Discard any leftover marinade or boil it thoroughly before using it as a sauce to ensure food safety.
For additional flavor complexity, add a splash of balsamic vinegar or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the marinade.