Coffee And Spice Smoked Tri Tip Recipes

COFFEE AND SPICE SMOKED TRI-TIP

Steps:

• To prepare the rub: Place the ingredients in a heated heavy skillet.
• Shake together and allow to toast for 1 minute or until mixture begins to release a strong aroma.
• Pour into a spice or coffee grinder and grind to a coarse powder.
• Rub the tri-tip on all sides with the spice rub; sprinkle with salt to taste.
• Place meat in a sealable plastic bag, seal and place in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
• Remove the meat from the plastic bag and place on rack of smoker that has been preheated to 225deg.
• Combine the maple syrup and hot sauce; begin basting every 1/2 hour after the first hour.
• Smoke the tri-tip until an instant read thermometer inserted into the center registers 130deg. for medium-rare (approximately 2 to 3 hours).
• Transfer the meat to a carving board, cover loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 20 minutes.
• Slice the meat thinly across the grain and arrange on a warmed serving platter, sprinkle with salt.
• Serve with chipotle guacamole and Spanish rice.