The Secret Black Tri-tip of Zanotto’s

I asked the butcher, why is the secret black tri-tip black. He replied, “If I told you I would have to kill you”. And then told me that it was caramel powder, giving it the distinctive color and “locking in the juices”. Well, whatever. I’ve had it once before, and I knew it was good. So it was on the menu tonight. I like tri-tip smoke roasted served up with tortillas, grilled vegetables, avocado, and some cheese.

Cast of Characters

So the grill is set up for 2-zone indirect heat with these newfangled Cocoalnuts, 100% coconut shell briq charcoal.  Apparently, I am carbon neutral grilling. No trees were harmed to make my charcoal. Actually, they burned pretty nice. I was quite pleased.

The girl, the crazy dog, and the new bag of carbon neutral 100% natural coconut shell charcoal.

So, yes, I overcooked the meat a bit (for me). Diane seemed quite happy, and the girl did not complain. It had a great flavor, thinly sliced and served up with toasted flour tortillas.

Grilled and good to go.

Somehow, some pineapple sausage wound up on the grill. It was sliced up and served, although it didn’t really fit with the tortillas.

Until next time, cheers! Jerry