How to Make Chef John's Loco Moco - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chef John's Loco Moco is a classic Hawaiian comfort food dish that combines the flavors of a juicy hamburger patty, a rich gravy, and a fried egg all served over a bed of rice. This dish has been a staple of Hawaiian cuisine for decades and has become a beloved favorite for locals and tourists alike. The combination of savory and indulgent flavors makes it a perfect dish for a hearty and satisfying meal.

Originating in the 1940s in Hilo, Hawaii, Loco Moco was created as a quick and sa...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (4 ounce) patties ground beef
  • 1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 ½ cups beef stock
  • 4 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar (Optional)
  • 2 drops sesame oil, or to taste
  • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 2 tablespoons minced green onions, white and light green parts only
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups hot cooked white rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Season patties with salt, pepper, and cayenne; set aside.
  • Whisk together beef stock, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, ketchup, sugar, and sesame oil in a bowl; set aside.
  • Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties in the hot skillet until the bottoms are nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Flip patties; add green onions and cook until both beef and onions are browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove patties and most of green onions to a plate.
  • Pour beef stock mixture into the skillet. Stir, scraping up browned bits from the bottom, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low and reserve gravy until needed.
  • Melt remaining butter in another skillet over medium heat. Add eggs to the skillet and fry side-by-side until whites are set and yolks are still runny.
  • Divide rice between 2 serving bowls. Place patties over rice, spoon gravy on top, and add fried eggs.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    608 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 267mg
    • Sodium: 963mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 550mg