How to Cook a Beef Loin Tri Tip Steak in a Crock Pot
Tri-tip steak comes from the tender, triangle roast in front of the hind quarters and is a flavorful, tender cut of meat. Because the meat tends to dry out when cooking, it's ideal for slow cookers that help preserve the meat's juices.
Tri-tip steak comes from the tender, triangle roast in front of the hind quarters and is a flavorful, tender cut of meat. Because the meat tends to dry out when cooking, it's ideal for slow cookers that help preserve the meat's juices. Adding a splash of wine, beer or other flavorful liquid, along with some spices and vegetables, to your slow cooker helps you tailor the tri tip steak to suit your tastebuds.
Step 1
Trim any fat from the steak, as desired.
Step 2
Rub the steak with your favorite dry spice rub and place in a plastic sealable food bag. Refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.
Step 3
Spray the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray or grease with butter.
Step 4
Place the steak on the bottom of the slow cooker and top with any desired vegetables. Good steak pairings include carrots, onions, potatoes and tomatoes.
Step 5
Add about a cup of liquid. Water is fine, but for added flavor, use beer, wine, broth or a combination.
Step 6
Turn on the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for seven to 10 hours, or on high for four to five hours.
Step 7
Remove the steak and transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Serve with a gravy bowl containing the slow cooker juices.
Tip
Vegetables that cook faster can be added along with the steak a few hours into the cooking time.