Campfire Coffee Rub Tri-Tip

By Micah Siva
8
3 hours
30 minutes
Get a little taste of campfire with a spice-crusted tri-tip! Packed with smoky paprika, smooth coffee, spicy chipotle, and zingy orange zest, Oaktown’s Campfire Coffee Rub is the perfect grilling seasoning for anything from steak to chicken. Tri-tip, also known as Santa Maria Tri-Tip, is a relatively lean cut, and can be made on the grill, or in the oven. This recipe couldn’t be simpler. With just three ingredients, you can wow your summertime guests!
2-3 lb Tri-Tip, trimmed of excess fat (see note)
Salt to taste
Salt the tri-tip.
Heat the grill over medium-high heat. Grill for 25 to 30 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes until medium-rare (temperature 135F). Remove from the grill, and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.