Tri-tip is one of my favorite cuts of beef. Marinated and roasted, it has a wonderful texture and flavor. For this recipe, I'm using a "cooked" marinade with caramelized onion, dark soy sauce and port wine.
Mexican-inspired and very good: Thin slices of real beef steak served in freshly made corn tortillas together with a mix of onions, bell peppers, mild poblano ("pasilla") chiles and tomatoes.
Sauerbraten (German for "sour braised meat") is a traditional German dish. It is a beef roast that is marinated for a few days in red wine, vinegar and spices, so that the meat acquires a tangy but pleasant flavor.
Marinating in an acidic environment also helps to tenderize the meat.