This tri tip sandwich is a delicious option for a quick lunch or dinner. It’s a great way to use leftover tri tip but you may want to grill one just for this sandwich. The chipotle aioli gives the sandwich a spicy kick and perfectly complements the other ingredients.

A tri tip is a perfect roast for a steak sandwich. It is a nice thick cut of beef that can be sliced thinly into tender, juicy strips of beef that will make several sandwiches.

An Epic Sandwich

This tri-tip sandwich is a hearty and filling meal. You will get enough beef from the tri tip to pile strips of beef a mile high. Grab a bun and load it up with all the fixings.

• Ready to serve in just 20 minutes
• The grilled onions and peppers taste amazing with the beef and make this sandwich a full meal.
• The homemade chipotle aioli can be adjusted depending on how spicy you like your food
• It’s perfect for picky eaters, as you can add or remove ingredients to fit their needs

Tri Tip Sandwich Ingredients

To make tri tip sandwiches, you will need the following ingredients:

For the chipotle aioli:

• Mayonnaise
• Garlic cloves
• Chipotle peppers – choose to add as few or as many as you like
• White vinegar
• Honey
• Onion powder 
• Cumin
• Salt
• Pepper

For the grilled onions and peppers:

• Olive oil
• Onions
• Bell peppers

For assembling the sandwiches:

• Large hoagie rolls
• Monterey Jack cheese
• Grilled Tri-Tip steak

How to Make a Tri Tip Sandwich

1. Cook the tri tip. Try this recipe for Santa Maria tri tip or this one for a slow cooker tri tip.
2. Make the chipotle aioli
3. Grill the onions and peppers
4. Slice the cheese
5. Assemble the sandwich

Top Tips for recipe success

• To enjoy tender slices of meat, cut across the grain of your tri tip steak.
• Add between one and three chipotle peppers to suit you and your family’s spice tolerance. Remember, you can always add in more later on, so start with just one.
• Instead of using a broiler, you can toast your hoagie rolls by laying them flat on a grill.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is tri tip steak?

Tri tip steak is the bottom tip of the sirloin and received its name from its triangular shape. It is packed with flavor, and it’s lower in fat than other cuts of beef, making it the perfect addition to a sandwich.

Can I cook the tri tip steak ahead of time?

To save you time on busy days, cook your tri tip steak up to two days in advance. While many people like a well-done steak, we recommend slightly undercooking it if you are preparing it in advance, as it may cook a little more when reheated.

To reheat your steak, put it in the oven for ten to fifteen minutes, and allow it to rest before slicing and adding it to your sandwich. You can also slice the steak and then grill the slices on a skillet.

Can I add anything else to my tri tip sandwiches?

Drizzle some garlic butter on the hoagie rolls before you toast them. You could also switch out the chipotle aioli for fresh horseradish aioli or even just a regular mayo.

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• A cast iron skillet or another large saute pan to cook the onions and peppers.
• A sharp knife to cut perfect strips of steak.

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