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Easy Tri-Tip Steak Recipe
If you are wondering how to cook the most flavorful, tender, juicy tri-tip steak in under 20 minutes, you've landed on the BEST recipe- a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 469 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 pounds tri-tip steak approximately 2” thick
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves finely chopped
Instructions
- Take the tri-tip cut steak out of the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking and let it come to room temperature (this yields more even cooking). Pat the tri-tip steak dry with paper towels.
- Combine olive oil, kosher salt, finely ground black pepper, and chopped rosemary leaves in a small bowl.
- Rub each side of the tri-tip steak with the seasoned oil, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat the cast-iron skillet or heavy-duty skillet over medium-high heat. Once the skillet is hot, carefully place the seasoned tri-tip steak into the hot skillet.
- Sear the steak for about 4 minutes per side or until a golden-brown crust forms. Reduce the heat to medium. For medium-rare steaks (internal temperature of 145° – 160°F), continue cooking for about 15 minutes, turning the steak once to ensure even cooking on both sides. Refer to the internal doneness guide in the notes for the desired doneness (use a meat thermometer).
- Once the steak reaches the desired doneness, remove it from the skillet and place it on a cutting board.
- Cover the steak loosely with aluminum foil and rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This redistributes the juices, resulting in a more flavorful and tender steak.
- Place steaks on a cutting board and cut them into thin slices against the grain for a tender texture.
- Serve the delicious cast iron skillet tri-tip steak slices, and enjoy!
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Notes
- Level of doneness Guide:
- Rare: 125-130°FMedium-Rare: 135-140°FMedium: 145-150°FMedium-Well: 155-160°FWell-Done: 165°F and above
Nutrition Information
Calories
469kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
0.4g
(0%)
Protein
47g
(94%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
17g
Cholesterol
150mg
(50%)
Sodium
1862mg
(78%)
Potassium
729mg
(21%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
0.003g
(0%)
Vitamin A
17IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.1mg
(0%)
Calcium
62mg
(6%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 469
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 469kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.4g | 0% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 1862mg | 78% |
| Potassium | 729mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.003g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 17IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.