For caramelized red onions:.
Melt butter with olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onions and cook until deep golden brown, stirring frequently, about 30 minutes.
Stir in vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Remove from heat. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.).
Stir in chives.
For tri-tip:.
Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
Mix garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in small bowl.
Brush both sides of tri-tips with oil and sprinkle with garlic-powder mixture, pressing to adhere.
Grill tri-tips 5 minutes per side.
Reduce heat to medium-low, or if using charcoal grill, move meat to cooler side of grill.
Cover and grill until thermometer inserted into thickest part of meat registers 125°F to 130°F for medium-rare, brushing with barbecue sauce and turning every 10 minutes, about 30 minutes longer.
Transfer tri-tips to work surface; let stand 10 minutes.
Cut meat crosswise into very thin slices; arrange on platter.
Surround with caramelized onions and serve.
For sauce:.
Heat olive oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add garlic, cumin, and chipotle chile powder; stir 1 minute.
Add wine and simmer 2 minutes.
Stir in ketchup, vinegar, soy sauce, and liquid smoke; simmer 2 minutes longer.
(Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	253.54 Kcal (1062 kJ)
Calories from fat	147.66 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.41g	25%
Cholesterol	7.66mg	3%
Sodium	589.52mg	25%
Potassium	240.99mg	5%
Total Carbs	22.37g	7%
Sugars	6.68g	27%
Dietary Fiber	3.61g	14%
Protein	2.76g	6%
Vitamin C	14.3mg	24%
Iron	0.3mg	2%
Calcium	45.1mg	5%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	135.01 Kcal (565 kJ)
Calories from fat	78.64 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.74g	25%
Cholesterol	4.08mg	3%
Sodium	313.93mg	25%
Potassium	128.33mg	5%
Total Carbs	11.91g	7%
Sugars	3.55g	27%
Dietary Fiber	1.92g	14%
Protein	1.47g	6%
Vitamin C	7.6mg	24%
Iron	0.2mg	2%
Calcium	24mg	5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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