Do you want to impress your guests with a perfectly cooked ginger garlic tri tip? Look no further than your trusty Weber Kettle Grill. In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to achieve juicy, flavorful meat with minimal effort. Whether you’re a seasoned grill master or a newbie, you’ll be able to create a tasty tri tip that is sure to please any hungry crowd. Get ready to fire up that grill and let’s get started!

How to Smoke a Perfect Ginger Garlic Tri-Tip on Your Weber Kettle Grill

Introduction

Are you a fan of smoked meats and looking for a new recipe to try on your Weber kettle grill? Look no further than the ginger garlic tri-tip. This cut of meat has an exceptional flavor that can be taken to the next level with some simple marinade and seasoning techniques.

Follow this step-by-step guide to make your own ginger garlic tri-tip on the Weber kettle grill and impress your family and friends with your smoking skills.

Trimming the Tri-Tip

Before you start marinating your tri-tip, it’s important to trim it first to ensure that the marinade can penetrate the meat effectively. Trim the excess fat from the meat and any silverskin or connective tissue that you can see.

Marinating the Tri-Tip

The marinade is the key to the ginger garlic tri-tip’s exceptional flavor. Combine minced garlic, crushed ginger, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly.

Place the tri-tip in the marinade. Make sure that it’s fully coated with the marinade and cover the bowl with plastic wrap. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and let it marinate for at least six hours.

Applying the Rub

After six hours of marinating, take the tri-tip out of the refrigerator and scrape off any excess garlic. Apply the rub to all surfaces of the tri-tip. A flaps 20 thriller rub is recommended to give it that Southwestern flavor.

Setting Up the Weber Kettle Grill

Set up the Weber Kettle Grill with a Vortex about half full with the wide side facing up. The Vortex will create a vortex of air that will circulate the heat around the meat, so you won’t need to flip it.

Smoking the Tri-Tip

Light your Weber Kettle Grill and add cherry wood to the coals. When the temperature reaches 110 degrees Fahrenheit, place the tri-tip on the grill. Sear the meat for five minutes on each side.

After searing, let the tri-tip continue to cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit.

Equipment and Merchandise Recommendations

If you’re new to smoking meat, the Weber Kettle Grill is a great starting point. Other equipment and merchandise recommended by YouTuber “Baby Back Maniac” in his video on smoking a ginger garlic tri-tip on the Weber Kettle Grill include the Thermoworks Smoke and ThermoPop for temperature monitoring, a good set of tongs, and a sharp knife for trimming the tri-tip.

Conclusion

Smoking a ginger garlic tri-tip on the Weber Kettle Grill is an excellent way to up your grilling game and impress your guests. Remember to trim the tri-tip before marinating it and use a flaps 20 thriller rub to give it that Southwestern flavor.

Let the tri-tip sit in the refrigerator for at least six hours, apply the rub, and smoke it on your Weber Kettle Grill with cherry wood for optimal flavor. With these tips, you’ll have a delicious ginger garlic tri-tip that will be the star of your next barbecue.

FAQs

1. Can I marinate the tri-tip for longer than six hours?
   Yes! You can marinate the tri-tip for up to 24 hours for even more flavor.

2. Can I use a different rub for the tri-tip?
   Yes, you can use a different rub if you prefer, but a flaps 20 thriller rub is recommended to give it a Southwestern flavor.

3. What other types of wood can I use for smoking the tri-tip?
   Cherry wood is recommended for smoking the tri-tip, but you can also use apple wood, mesquite, or hickory.

4. Do I need to flip the tri-tip while smoking it?
   No, the Vortex will create a vortex of air that will circulate the heat around the meat, so you won’t need to flip it.

5. Can I use a different type of vinegar in the marinade?
   Yes, you can use any type of vinegar you prefer, but red wine vinegar is recommended for this recipe.