Beef Fabrication: Breaking Down The Tri Tip

Sterling Silver® Premium Meats Chef Pete Geoghegan walks us through the tri tip fabrication process. Tri tip comes from the bottom of the sirloin. The cut is also referred to as the California cut or triangle roast, and is known on the West Coast as a grilling roast. This cut is moderately tender, flavorful, and versatile in the kitchen.

Chef Pete Geoghegan trims thin portions of silver skin, membrane, and fat from the bottom and sides of the cut before removing the thick top cap. In this video, Chef Pete discusses preparation ideas for the trip tip as a roast or butterflied, in addition to detailing ways to break this cut into steak, stir fry, and satay cuts.