Classic Loco Moco

This classic Hawaiian comfort food combines fluffy rice, juicy hamburger patties, sunny-side up eggs, and rich mushroom gravy in one satisfying plate. Born in Hilo, Hawaii, loco moco is the ultimate comfort meal that's easy to make and guaranteed to fill you up. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner when you're craving something hearty and delicious.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Hawaian

Keyword: Burger, Eggs

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 720kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Base:

2 cups jasmine rice
1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend
4 large eggs
1 tsp seasoning salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder

For the Mushroom Gravy:

3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium onion sliced (optional)
8 oz mushrooms sliced (optional)
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce shoyu
2 tbsp ketchup
2 cups beef broth
3 tbsp all-purpose flour

For Garnish:

- 2 green onions chopped

Instructions

Cook rice according to package directions and keep warm.
Season ground beef with seasoning salt and garlic powder, then form into 4 patties.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook beef patties for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onions and mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and ketchup until smooth.
Simmer gravy for 5-7 minutes until thickened, then return patties to skillet to warm through.
In a separate pan, fry eggs sunny-side up with runny yolks.
To assemble, place a scoop of rice in each bowl, top with beef patty, fried egg, and generous amount of gravy.
Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Use day-old rice for better texture that won't get mushy under the gravy

Don't overcook the eggs - runny yolks are essential for authentic loco moco

Make extra gravy as it's the star of the dish and people will want more

Substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat for a lighter version

Gravy can be made ahead and reheated, just thin with additional broth if needed

Serve with a simple side salad or macaroni salad for a complete Hawaiian plate lunch

For richer gravy, use the beef drippings from cooking the patties

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