How to Grill Steak Tips in 10 minutes – tender and juicy – PLUS my best tips from over 3 decades of grilling!
Take your grilled steak game to the next level with my best tips from over 3 decades of grilling.
Tender, juicy mouth-watering steak tips that will have everyone begging for more. Grab your tongs and fire up the grill!
WHAT I LOVE ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
- Quick and Easy: Sirloin tips cook faster than a whole steak – perfect for busy nights or easy entertaining!
- Flavor Bomb: These bite-sized beef tips absorb marinades beautifully, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor
- Versatile: Serve sirloin steak tips with a side of veggies, over a salad, or in a sandwich – the possibilities are endless!
- Crowd-Pleaser: Steak tips are always a hit at barbecues and family dinners.
- It’s simple for home cooks to enjoy perfect steak tips anytime!
- Make beef tips in a hot skillet inside when it’s not grilling season.
WHAT’S THE BEST MEAT FOR STEAK TIPS?
There is more than one great option when it comes to choosing the right cut of meat!
Each is an excellent choice and available in your local grocery store.
- Top sirloin steak (budget friendly)
- Tri Tip (another budget friendly cut that’s often overlooked)
- Beef Tenderloin
- New York Strip Steaks
- Filet Mignon
- Ribeye Steak
- Chuck roast is not recommended
BEST TIPS FOR THE BEST GRILLED STEAK:
- Cut beef into similar size pieces so the meat cooks evenly.
- Coat meat and allow it to marinate at least 30 minutes up to 3-4 hours for best flavor.
- Use an instant read meat thermometer for your desired doneness.
- Bring steak to room temp on the counter 30 minutes before grilling.
- Pat excess marinade from the steak with a paper towel before grilling.
- Preheat so you start with a hot grill.
- Let steak rest so the juices redistribute and lock in juicy flavor.
- Don’t cook steaks to well done.
GRILLED STEAK TEMPERATURE CHART:
Grill the steak tips to your own preference. I don’t recommend cooking to well done because the meat will probably be dry.
- Rare: 120°
- Medium Rare: 130°
- Medium: 140°
- Medium Well: 150°
WHAT DO I NEED TO MAKE GRILLED STEAK TIPS?
- sirloin steak (see above for other steak options)
- soy sauce
- fresh rosemary
- brown sugar
- olive oil
- balsamic vinegar
- garlic cloves
- black pepper
- outdoor grill
- You will also need sea salt or kosher salt — add to steak just before grilling.
MARINATING THE STEAK TIPS:
In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, chopped rosemary, brown sugar, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rough chopped garlic and black pepper together.
Cut the beef into about 1 1/2″ pieces then add to a zip top bag or other airtight container.
Pour the marinade over the steak tips, making sure they’re well coated. Seal and refrigerate at least 3 minutes. up to 4 hours is even better.
Remove beef tips from the fridge 30 minutes before grilling to allow them to come to room temp.
HOW TO GRILL STEAK TIPS:
Preheat your gas grill to medium-high/high heat (450-500 degrees – You want it nice and hot to get a good sear) then clean the grill grates using a wire brush.
Remove the steak tips from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the marinade.
Dab with a paper towel to remove excess moisture then season with kosher salt or sea salt.
Place the steak tips directly onto the grill grates over direct high heat.
Cook 2-3 minutes per side with the lid closed for medium rare or until the outside of the steak caramelizes and is grilled to your preferred doneness. Watch closely – they cook quickly on a hot grill!
Note: Grill time will depend upon the size of your steak tips and exact temp of the grill.
Rest and Serve: Remove from the grill. and let them rest for a few minutes to help the juices redistribute, so every bite is juicy and loaded with favor.
Serve and watch these delicious steak tips disappear!
BEST SIDE DISHES WITH GRILLED STEAK TIPS:
- Muffin Tin Potato Stacks
- Potato Salad
- Creamy Parmesan Rice
- 6 Minute Fresh Green Beans
- Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
HOW TO SAFELY STORE LEFTOVERS:
Cool completely then transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge up to 3 days.
Full details in the printable recipe card below. Enjoy!
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Grilled Steak Tips
Equipment
- gas grill OR heavy skillet OR grill pan for indoor indoor grilling.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds sirloin steak Can sub Tri Tip, Beef Tenderloin, NY Strip, ilet Mignon or Ribeye Steak
The Marinade:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary removed from stems and rough chopped
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and rough chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepping the Steak Tips:
- Whisk soy sauce, chopped rosemary, brown sugar, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rough chopped garlic and black pepper together in a small bowl.
- Cut beef into 1 1/2″ approximately equal size pieces then add to a zip top bag.
- Pour marinade over the top, swishing it around so all the pieces are coated then transfer to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
- Remove beef from the fridge 30 minutes before grilling to allow them to come to room temp.
- Drain the marinade and dab beef with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season with kosher salt or sea salt.
Grilling:
- Preheat grill to medium-high/high heat (450-500 degrees). Once the grill is hot, place steak tips directly onto the grates over direct heat.
- Cook 2-3 minutes per side with the lid closed or until the outside of the meat caramelizes and is grilled to your preferred doneness. Watch closely because they cook quickly! Grill time will vary based upon the size of your steak tips and exact temp of the grill.
- Remove from the grill to a plate and let the meat rest for 5 minutes so juices redistribute then eat with your favorite sides.