Jul 14 2026
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Tri-tip (gf) Recipe

Inspired by The Old Goat
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Grilled to order marinaded tri-tip, seasoned with salt, drizzled with chimichurri, served with pan seared polenta, grilled halloumi cheese, and grilled asparagus with garlic-lemon-chive compound butter.

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Ingredients

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Tri-Tip

Chimichurri Sauce

Pan Seared Polenta

Grilled Halloumi Cheese

Grilled Asparagus with Compound Butter

Method

Tri-Tip Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Tri-Tip

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, red wine vinegar, salt, and red pepper flakes. Rub this mixture all over the tri-tip roast and let it marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.

  2. 2

    Grill the Tri-Tip

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the tri-tip from the marinade and grill for about 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally, until it reaches your desired doneness. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Chimichurri Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Chimichurri Sauce

    In a food processor, combine parsley, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pulse until finely chopped. Set aside.

Pan Seared Polenta Preparation

  1. 4

    Cook the Polenta

    In a pot, bring water and salt to a boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta. Reduce heat and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring often, until thickened. Stir in butter and parmesan cheese. Spread into a greased pan and let cool. Once cooled, cut into slices.

  2. 5

    Pan Sear the Polenta

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add polenta slices and cook until golden brown on both sides.

Grilled Halloumi Cheese Preparation

  1. 6

    Grill the Halloumi

    Slice the halloumi cheese and brush with olive oil. Grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and grill marks appear.

Grilled Asparagus Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare the Compound Butter

    In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, chives, lemon juice, and salt. Set aside.

  2. 8

    Grill the Asparagus

    Toss asparagus with a little olive oil and season with salt. Grill for about 5-7 minutes until tender.

  3. 9

    Serve

    Top the grilled asparagus with the garlic-lemon-chive compound butter before serving.

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