First TRI-TIP and Top Sirloin

[chef jimmyj]

Just a quick post. I was finally able to track down a Tri-Tip from a friend. This was my first ever as they are unheard of in most of PA. Since it was only 2 pounds, I fired a 2 pound Top Sirloin Roast as well.
I finally understand all the FUSS about these Tri-Tips! My family all raved about the flavor and tenderness. The Top Sirloin was very good but not quite as tender.
I did a Reverse Sear on the Weber at 180-225 to an IT of 100°F. I then opened the bottom vents and removed the lid. When the the coals were screaming Hot, I seared the Beef to 115, with a 15 minutes rest. Came out a nice Med Rare, at 125°, though the pic looks more Med.
We had Baked Potatoes, mine was a Red Sweet, with Brn Sugar, Butter, S&P. The veg was Canned Asparagus sauteed in Brown Butter. Other than being mushy, the flavor was delicious...JJ

Going for a good Sear...

Quality Control stood by for the first bite...

 

[indaswamp]

Very Nice! Only tri tip I've had has been the ones I save from deer....all of 3 oz....LOL! But soooooo tender!

 

[gmc2003]

Looks Good JJ, I'm glad you were finally able to try one, and my quality control guy gives me that same facial expression.

Point for sure
Chris

 

[chopsaw]

That looks great , and sounds like you're getting the kettle dialed in ..

 

[HalfSmoked]

Nice looking plate there.
Is the guard a new addition?

Warren

 

[GATOR240]

That's a fine looking meal JJ. I've had my eyes open for a tri-tip but have yet to see one in my travels. I'm guessing QC eventually got to taste test the tri-tip!

 

[SmokinAl]

Looks delicious JJ!
You’ll be on the hunt for TT from now on!
Al

 

[redneck5236]

Hey Jimmy ! We are practicaly neughbors ! Live between ridgway and johnsonburg ! And for your info bells meats in Kane usually have frozen tri tips and briskets !

 

[smokerjim]

Looks like a tasty meal there chef!

 

[phathead69]

nice looking meal.

 

[JLeonard]

Looks great!
Jim

 

[chef jimmyj]

Nice looking plate there.
Is the guard a new addition?

Warren

Thanks for the compliment but no Warren. He has been with us, 2 years end of December.

Hey Jimmy ! We are practicaly neughbors ! Live between ridgway and johnsonburg ! And for your info bells meats in Kane usually have frozen tri tips and briskets !

You are, what, 40 minutes away. Thats not far for these parts. BIG THANKS for the Tip on Bells...JJ

 

[Brokenhandle]

Fine looking meal! No tri tips around here either. I would volunteer for quality control but think that's already filled!

Ryan

 

[sawhorseray]

Looks good, nice piece of work! RAY

 

[chef jimmyj]

Thanks All. Yeah, I'm getting better heat control and the meats are tasting great. I bury an Oak Split, I think it's Oak, under some charcoal and add lit charcoal on top. Been getting a nice Smokey flavor, though I need to call Todd for an Expandable Tube. I have a lot of pellets...JJ

 

[Hawging It]

That's a pile of quality meat right there!

 

[MJB05615]

Looks real good JJ. Glad it's working out for you. I'm on the hunt for some TT. Have only seen 1 around here ever. But it was recently, so I'm hopeful more will arrive. Nice work.

 

[HalfSmoked]

Thanks for the like JJ it is appreciated.

Warren