Tri Tip Cooked like a BRISKET?! | Backyard Test Kitchen

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Tri Tip Cooked Like a Brisket is a unique and flavorful way to prepare tri tip. While unconventional, it’s a fun technique to try at least once. Oh, and the results are pretty darn delicious too!
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INGREDIENTS
1 2-3 pound tri tip
2 Tablespoons yellow mustard
1 Tablespoon Signature Beef Seasoning
INSTRUCTIONS
Fire up the smoker. Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees F.
Prep the tri tip. Slather the tri tip in yellow mustard and season on all sides with the Beef Seasoning or you can make my brisket seasoning (link in recipe notes below).
Smoke the tri tip. Place the tri tip directly on the grill grates and smoke until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (this will take approximately 4-5 hours).
Wrap and smoke. Remove the tri tip from the smoker and wrap it in peach butcher paper. Place the wrapped tri tip back on the smoker and continue to smoke until the internal temperature reaches 200 degrees F (this should take about 3-4 hours with the whole smoking process taking 8-9 hours).
Rest and serve. Remove the tri tip from the smoker and allow it to rest still wrapped in the butcher paper for 30-45 minutes. Slice and serve.
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[@markbengel4101]

Did a Tri Tip brisket style on my CampChef today and it turned out fantastic! Surprised how long it took to cook for a small roast, just under 2.5 lbs nearly 8 hrs starting on high smoke (225) then set it to 250. When it was stalling I set it at 275, wrapped in butcher paper and took it to 205 IT. Rested in a cooler for an hour before tearing into it. If you haven’t done a Tri Tip brisket style by all means try it, you won’t be disappointed.

[@shanehernandez2898]

We actually do cook tri tip like that here in California sometimes It actually is really fantastic way of cooking it It’s nice to change it up and it’s definitely not a disgrace to cook tri tip like a brisket Nice job

[@lepersquall]

for real, can hardly ever find brisket out here, and if you do, there is one, isn't terrible, and $100

[@SquidgeyFlint]

I love how you speak to all the haters, that you include the kids, and that you started out in your morning robe ( hahahahaha)! I just shared this video with someone who was curious to try this out so thanks for a great vid!!!

[@TdSharp]

I'm making a couple of these for a bbq this afternoon. They're already almost done and I won't have guests here for about 5 hours. Gonna try a long rest in the oven. I know that would be no problem with a brisket, but I've never tried it with this, so ill let you guys know how it goes. Got a butt going too, so even if they don't come out, I'll be alright.

[@TdSharp]

Update: No issues with the long rest. I should have pulled them off the smoker about 30 minutes earlier. They fell apart, but they were still delicious. Only had them on for about 5 hours, but I run my offset at 275, so that shortened the time. Still don't think 10 hours seems right at 225 though

[@mkvdean]

I was thinking of a longer warm rest, too. And, yes, pulling it off at a bit lower temp and maybe doing a foil wrap instead might help it be more moist.

[@lizziemarie5590]

I bought a tri tip from a local butcher who has their own cattle (The Meating Place in Oregon) and asked for the fat cap still on. I'm glad I did because this recipe is perfect for my small household and looks amazing!!! Can't wait. Thanks for sharing your mad skillz with us!

[@grampabarber]

Fantastic! This is definitely happening at the Barber household! Brilliant idea!

[@kevinheuker8476]

Definitely my new favorite way to cook tri-tip. Mine cooked for about 6hrs. Tender, juicy, so much flavor. You won't regret trying it!!!

[@michaelnudelman8591]

I’m from Lubbock Texas and I have family in Livermore California. Went out there tried to buy a brisket nobody had one had to special order it so instead got a tri tip smoked it like a brisket came out great they were all shocked. Hooray for Texas!

[@cocothedrivah5995]

Costco Livermore usually has packer briskets. Love tri tip though

[@michaelnudelman8591]

@@cocothedrivah5995 right yes they did have them at costco but not paying $6.99 a pound in Cali when in Lubbock I can buy a brisket for $2.50 or less a pound

[@cocothedrivah5995]

@@michaelnudelman8591 man I wish we could get it that cheap ....cheers!!!

[@olyprospecting6419]

"Sometimes you need to open your mind a little bit." That got my like. People need to be more open minded in life in general.

[@oceng22]

The tri-tip came out Amazing! Gives you that brisket style flavor / consistency without the brisket greasiness.

[@cherim.mattersofthehank4948]

Thank you, thank you. Made my 1st tri tip ever and it was amazing. So tender, beautiful smoke ring, perfectly cut, so tasty. Followed your video throughout. I used parchment paper instead as I had it on hand. Excited to try the reverse sear method too. Trying out your smoked chicken breast recipe tonight 😋

[@WhiteCheddar.]

I smoked 2 tri tips on Christmas and they were fantastic. Brisket is next

[@IslandLooter]

I've done a few Tri-Tip in my Pit Boss vertical, cook a couple hours nice and low and then reverse sear to finish, simply great!

[@BillyWillson]

When I don’t feel like cooking 16 hours I’d rather save a few hours of cook time than few dollars per pound haha. Done this before and it’s awesome.

[@noral101]

Those mountains behind that camp chef!!!!!

[@zeroskate009]

Did this a few months back when the price of brisket was through the roof. Delicious and tastes similar to brisket!

[@billturner4427]

I do it all the time. Just got one yesterday. Never did one for 10 hours. Usually about 6-7. Looking forward to watch this video.

[@aesl8r]

Hands down the best thing I’ve cooked on my smoker so far!

[@DonnieReno]

Tri-tip is my favorite cut. I’m cooking one later on my new Pit Boss pellet smoker grill. Next trip to Costco though, I’ll be picking up one of their big tri-tips and using this video to cook it like a brisket!

[@charlesandrews3450]

I enjoyed your video,I have been watching alot of pellet bbq vids,I liked it.

[@jonathanhadden8199]

I made this after watching your video and I have to say it was awesome and I'll be doing it again on Monday on my new pellet grill.

[@jamesstukowski2362]

That was a great move at the end, very impressive. Those drippings are liquid gold. I'm so glad you didn't forget them.

[@mra95662]

Very versatile cut, and tri tip also makes great beef jerky. I'm in California and tri tip is easily found and often on special here, so. It's easier to experiment with.

[@gcampos5150]

I had the same results, it was a family favorite. I got a OMG for every bite. It was AMAZING!

[@tri-tipjunkie]

Looks delicious love brisket style tri tip.

[@tebowsteven6049]

Amazing video. Everything included, family, bbqing and eating. Love it. I just bought 2 with fat cap on. Definitely trying this

[@blindsquirrel3123]

Wow. Very impressed. Gonna give this one a try.

[@JamarGreshh]

This is my 1st time seeing a woman Barbecuing on KZbin awesome way to go hope to see more I’m gonna try this out

[@MikeLatoris-mz3pc]

I thought it was red tube for a minute.

[@KnightOfTears]

Great cook! I've cooked a few briskets that have turned out awesome, but never a tri-tip. Mainly because they are hard to find here in my little town. Recently I found out that my local meat shop started processing them and has them regularly now. I feel if I am going to take the time to smoke one like a brisket, I will do 2 of them...one traditional reverse sear and one low and slow. I feel it's only right since it will be my first time. I am finally able to do it this weekend. I can't wait!!

[@TheRiczo]

I'm from SoCal and I'm grilling brisket Santa Maria style like a tri-tip booyah got you back!

[@JoshSinclair]

Tried this today. Got up early and smoked it for 8 hrs. Turned out great! Kids devoured it and barely left any scraps for the doggo. Next time I do this I might have to make two of them so I can have some leftovers!

[@KimchiJerry]

Similar to how I smoke tri tip except I turn up the heat at 250 and leave it for 3 hours and take it out and wrap it in butcher paper or aluminum foil and throw some honey and a tablespoon of butter and wrap it and back for 10 minutes then let it rest for 20 minutes and it’s ready to devour 🤤

[@M_A_Double_T]

the best way to cook a tri-tip is the way that taste the best ...and this looks Amazing!

[@mikeyj5383]

Knocked it out of the park with adding the drippings on at the end👍🏻👍🏻

[@pkflyers]

When it comes to cooking food, nothing is controversial as long if its done the way you like 👍

[@aaronpage1822]

So your saying to practice cooking briskets using Tri tips! I like the savings!

[@obnoxiousvodka]

Perfect cook. The only thing I do different is add beef tallow prior to wrapping but... Bravo

[@randylong8156]

Funny when I cook it like this everybody loves it.

[@Zynka17]

Great experiment. Love your website and videos!

[@linven]

I did this, and it was fantastic!

[@zkmullins]

This is amazing. On so many levels. Production value. Bbq skills. Family. The outcome. Wow!!!

[@ADHD-Gaming]

Great video, looking forward to trying this out.

[@daddyog93]

Tried this the other night in my electric smoker . It turned out Awesome!!!! Thank You!

[@clips65]

I've smoked my tri-tip like this a few times, comes out fantastic. Love the drippings at the end of the clip. Kmon no jokes please!!

[@markmccaleb4038]

Awesome video!! I'm gonna try that for sure

[@yopasjim]

I cannot believe you posted this video yesterday!! I smoked a Tri Tip ...actually 2 of them... like a brisket on Saturday. I had ordered your beef rub and thought this was an excellent time to use it! It came out so nice and tender! After I was done I thought, "I ought to write Suzie and encourage her to do a video!" BAMMM THere it is...before I could even send you a note! Anyway... I loved how my tri tip came out and it was delicious!

[@steveyork8069]

Smoke ring was huge, I actually did one of these before my first brisket and was able to get it with the fat cap on,thanks to Scott the Butcher at my local Meijer.❤️🥩👍

[@sms9106]

That smoke ring is amazing.

[@brianchristian5598]

I made this tonight! It was perfect. I don't think I'll ever buy a flat or a whole packer again. I smoked it on a Kamado Joe at 225 for about seven hours total, including the rest. Thank you!

[@guillermoparedes6450]

Did you have to wrap it at the stall?

[@joshmartinez9212]

I’ve never done tri tip but have done Texas style Brisket cheek meat and comes out amazing

[@obnoxiousvodka]

Great tutorial for slicing and amazing presentation...

[@robduncan4937]

Another fantastic video, thank you! I followed this receipe and tonight I'm the hero at home - haha

[@n7ton]

I'm late on this convo but this New Years Eve, I'm only cooking for two. I love my briskets but I'm doing the tri-tip this year!

[@DeusEx1977]

This last weekend I went to Costco and was able to find some fat cap in tritips. I decided to make one this last weekend, along with some baby back ribs and a pork butt. I did a simple SPG blend and smoked it on a combination of pecan and post oak on my lil' offset. It is phenomenal. My wife liked it better than any brisket I've made. It was juicier than any flat and not as fatty as the point tends to be and had a bit of a steak-like quality to it. I highly recommend it. Plus, I was able to get it done in time dinner and I didn't even have to get up before dawn.

[@yakuzaronin7090]

add another believer. followed this recipe including the brisket rub and enjoyed some yummy tri tip bbq sandwiches. thanks!!

[@terrylange5734]

I can’t wait to try a TriTip like this

[@pfcgomez1981]

Tried it this past weekend, tri tip was moist and tender. Took a total of almost 9 hours, had two in my my smoker, each a little over 2 pounds. Deff would recommend and will do it again. Brisket here at Sam's Club are over 12 pounds, waay too much meat for just a weekend home cook. This is perfect for smaller family that does not need more than 10 pounds.

[@stevenhall1097]

All kinds of meat are yummy when you take your time to cook it. Nice smoke ring.

[@natesmith2816]

Great jobs looks amazing

[@michaelgarner387]

Looks delicious!!

[@Bardipper]

I smoked two tritips yesterday on my Camp Chef Woodwind: One with the seasoning used here and the other a rub made from Jeff Phillips. It took 5 hours to get to about 160, and 3 hours to get to 200. Both were perfectly tender and tasty. I've got a lot of left-overs and have to figure out how to revive them for dinner tonight.

[@jasonburt1217]

How much did each tri tip weigh?

[@RVDL]

I like that she doesn’t take herself that serious and just slaps on the tri tip in her bathrobe.

[@rmftrushing6591]

Beef all depends on the piece of meat. I ended up pulling my prime brisket off at 198 the other day, because it was already falling apart. It didn't slice well, but I made some chopped beef better than anything I've had at any restaurant. Thanks to all these videos, I'll never pay someone to BBQ for me again. Got it covered... tacos? I'll let Hacienda San Miguel (Mobile, AL) make that Mole Poblano. I don't even wanna know the recipe.... I'll end up trying to change it... NO! BAD! *hanDSlap* Absurdly delicious!

[@olgalcordon]

Omg 😋🤤 made this today. Was melt in your mouth delicious

[@jonathanhadden8199]

My grocery store I go to in North Dakota sells beautiful tri tips with the fat caps still on.

[@johnveeskys]

I’m legit trying this right now!

[@brianchristian5598]

I followed your online recipe for a Tri Tip a few weeks ago, and it was perfect! It's a great substitute for brisket and prime rib.

[@wflister]

You rock! Very informative! Thx!!!!

[@mkeeeemike123]

Amazing job! Yummy

[@anaroman1124]

My mouth is watering... and Nope Im not a hater on Tri tip Thanks so much, Im glad I found you!! I used your rub today for some pork ribs Im making the fam today... and no grill today, straight up crockpot lol

[@runawayrick2461]

Pro Tip: have a few lime slices on standby to help cut through the fat.

[@randomactsofcooking]

I've thought if doing this but felt that it would be kinda dry. I think I'll wrap in foil to keep more of the juice in. Looks mighty tasty and has a nice looking smoke ring. Thanks.

[@dannystratton7712]

Cool video thanks for the information, we are doing our first tri tip Sunday. I'm a little nervous because we have company coming for dinner.

[@raymondbillups2002]

Awesome video! Trip Tip going down next weekend.

[@Eyeofthemourning]

There's only 3 in my family. This would be perfect for us.

[@tomevans5458]

I get tri tip with the fat cap at Smart and Final in CA. They are not the best quality, but I tenderize with a Jacard and dry brine for 24 hours in the refrigerator. Perfect for this application.

[@TheMerkinWhisperer]

I love tri tip and chuck roast smoked like a brisket.

[@busyend]

My new hero! I will be smoking mine tomorrow. Thx for sharing chef, lol

[@fixit4182]

I just found your channel and must subscribe. Thanks much from Alberta, Canada 🇨🇦

[@ChrisMcDowellDIY]

I must try this!

[@blueenglishstaffybreeder6956]

The smoke ring is amazing

[@Anastotte]

If you want to get the tritop with a fat cap, try the large packages of tri-tip from Smart and Final. You get 5 tri-tips but they aren't trimmed the same way as Costco. I have had great success with these. Now I am going try your method!

[@Heygrillhey]

Let me know what you think!

[@1970mustangcoupe]

Yo, I just made this last night… results are in… AMAZING!

[@jake.taylor]

How have I not seen your vids before 😱 I'm doing this tomorrow 🤙

[@pelekibland]

Doing it tomorrow. Thank you so much

[@EnergizerTX]

Winco sells theirs as trimmed but has fat cap on it

[@danameier7972]

Hey Todd and Suze, I've never smoked a tri tip like a brisket, but I'm in! Will be trying this in the near future. I just subscribed and I look forward to more excellent content!

[@danameier7972]

p.s. Todd, I would love to catch up! I also need to send some pics of the epic 120 gallon reverse draw trailer smoker project I have going right now.

[@BigSteve93015]

Been doing Tri Tip like a Brisket ever since Harry Soo did it. I doubted the concept. I was wrong, it is delicious. Nice smoke ring on that one.

[@Heygrillhey]

Thanks!! Yeah it's really great this way.

[@hybridalien5542]

Fun channel thanks for the info.

[@trichi77]

I ain't sad 'bout that!!! Cheers!

[@savagemaxx]

Up here in WA we have Smart Food Services. I picked up bulk tri tip $2.99 a lb. $60.00 got 5 briskets with fat caps still attacked. Trimmed them out and they average 3 1/2 lbs each. While I smoking them is nice, I prefer the reverse sear method.

[@anthonygm85]

I havnt tri tip in a long time but tommorow I'll be making 4 got lucky they were cheap and untrimed today, 1 is gonna be bourbon flavored with cherrys 2 dry rubbed last one need to think on

[@JackSon-cs5vk]

I have your seasoning, butcher paper and the perfect Tri-Tip. Its going down today!

[@JackSon-cs5vk]

Came out pull apart delicious. Thank you for guidance and inspiration. This will be a new favorite. I live in California and prime tri-tip is around $20 for a 3 pounder. Perfect size for a family with some leftovers.

[@CPTTango30]

I have done this a few times. Someone in a Facebook group asked about doing this I told them how and OMG a few guys just came unglued and went all Karen over cooking a tri-tip like a brisket.

[@milesrobertson6882]

As a kid whose grandparents lived in Santa Maria, CA., I can say that looks great, and I’m okay with a little breaking of the rules. Cheers.

[@lydiadewberry7328]

I cook all beef cuts the same way I cook brisket. It works beautifully

[@Feledwards]

Mmmmm...I just made a tri tip, grilled it. I’ll have to try it brisket style

[@Heygrillhey]

Let me know what you think!

[@DankNSpank]

Your great website brought me here!

[@vitaminwater6235]

trying this tomorrow ty

[@BenjaminABoyce]

This is some great stuff.

[@jamesnigro6821]

Subscribed Your family is great. Your son bringing you breakfast was so cute. Jimmy from New Hampshire