Classic Loco Moco
Dive into the heart of Hawaiian cuisine with this Classic Loco Moco recipe! Perfect for any meal, this comforting dish features a savory hamburger patty, a sunny-side-up egg, and is smothered in a rich, flavorful gravy, all served over a bed of warm white rice. It's a simple yet satisfying meal that brings a taste of the islands right to your kitchen.
by Mark Hazleton
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 cup of white rice 2 cups of water Salt to taste 1 lb ground beef 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 4 large eggs 2 tablespoons oil For the gravy: 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup beef broth 1 cup water 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Cook the rice: Rinse 1 cup of white rice under cold water. Combine rice, 2 cups of water, and a pinch of salt in a rice cooker or pot. Cook according to the instructions of the rice cooker or bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
Make the hamburger patties: In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Form into 4 patties.
Cook the patties: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook patties for about 4 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove and set aside.
Cook the eggs: In the same skillet, add the remaining oil. Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook until the whites are firm and the yolks are runny, or to your desired doneness.
Make the gravy: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef broth, water, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Stir until the gravy thickens.
Assemble the Loco Moco: Scoop rice into bowls, place a hamburger patty over each, top with a fried egg, and generously cover with gravy.