| Grilled Mediterranean Beef Tri-Tip MEDITERRANEAN MARINADE:
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup olive oil
2 pounds beef tri-tip roast |
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MEDITERRANEAN MARINADE: Mix all ingredients except oil in blender. Slowly add oil with motor running. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Makes 1 1/2 cups.
In glass dish, pour marinade over roast, coating all sides. Cover and refrigerate 6 to 24 hours. Grill over medium coals, turning occasionally, about 35 to 40 minutes for rare (140ºF. ) to medium (160ºF.). Brush with marinade during last 10 to 15 minutes of cooking.
VARIATION:
CUMIN 'N LIME MARINADE: 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, 2 T. ground cumin, 4 tsp. ground coriander, 2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped, 1/4 cup olive oil. Follow directions for Mediterranean Marinade. Makes 1 cup. Serve with salsa, French bread and green salad with ranch-style dressing. |
