"When preparing steaks for the grill, Steven Raichlen typically applies rubs and seasonings first, then drizzles the meat with oil. But here he applies an oil-based paste before sprinkling on a pungent blend of peppercorns, which helps the Asian-flavored crust cling to the steak as it cooks...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns
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1 1/2 teaspoons white peppercorns
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1 1/2 teaspoons dried green peppercorns
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1 1/2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns
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1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon wasabi powder
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1 tablespoon Asian sesame oil
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1 1/2 pounds tri-tip steak, in one piece