Smoked Tri-Tip (Traeger / Pellet Grill) for Flavorful BBQ!
A delicious smoked tri-tip recipe using a Traeger or pellet grill for a flavorful BBQ experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs tri-tip roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your Traeger or pellet grill to 225°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Rub the tri-tip roast with olive oil and then coat it evenly with the spice mixture.
- Place the tri-tip on the grill grates and close the lid.
- Smoke the tri-tip for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare.
- Remove the tri-tip from the grill and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve.
Notes
- For a stronger smoke flavor, use a wood pellet blend that includes hickory or mesquite.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your taste preference.
- Always let the meat rest before slicing to retain juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg