BBQ Smokehouse Dinner: Famous Restaurant Copycat – Southern BBQ Tri Tip Steak & Creamy Coleslaw

Allergens

Contains gluten, dairy, and soy.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs tri
• tip steak 1 cup BBQ sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup ketchup 1/4 cup molasses 2 tsp smoked paprika 2 tsp chili powder 2 tsp onion powder 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Creamy Coleslaw: 3 cups shredded cabbage (mix of green and red) 1 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sugar 2 tbsp white vinegar 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, molasses, smoked paprika, chili powder, and onion powder. Set aside.
2. Season tri tip steak with salt and pepper to taste. Heat olive oil in a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium high heat. Sear the steak for 3 minutes per side, then reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 10 15 minutes until desired doneness, basting occasionally with BBQ sauce mixture. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
3. For the creamy coleslaw, in a large bowl, mix together shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, sugar, white vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well combined.
4. Slice tri tip steak against the grain into thin strips and serve alongside creamy coleslaw.

Chef’s Insight

To add extra smokiness to the dish, use a combination of hickory and mesquite wood chips when grilling.

Notes

Be sure to let the steak rest before slicing, this will ensure a juicy and tender result.