Description
Loco Moco is a classic Hawaiian comfort food featuring juicy ground beef patties over steamed white rice, topped with a perfectly fried egg and rich brown gravy. This hearty and satisfying dish combines savory flavors with simple ingredients for a delightful meal any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Beef Patties
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
Eggs
- 2 large eggs
Gravy
- 1 cup brown gravy (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the white rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, keep it covered to steam and stay warm while you prepare the other components.
- Make Beef Patties: Shape the ground beef into two equal-sized patties. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned thoroughly and cooked to your desired doneness.
- Fry the Eggs: In the same skillet, crack the two eggs and fry them sunny-side up. Cook until the egg whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny, which adds creaminess to the dish.
- Prepare or Warm Gravy: If making brown gravy from scratch, prepare it while patties cook or warm the store-bought gravy until heated through.
- Assemble the Loco Moco: On each plate, place a serving of the steamed white rice, then top with a beef patty. Place a sunny-side-up egg on top of the patty, and generously ladle brown gravy over the entire stack. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked rice for best texture; day-old rice can become too dry.
- Ground beef with 80% lean content balances juiciness and flavor.
- For a richer gravy, consider making a homemade brown gravy using beef drippings, flour, and beef broth.
- Sunny-side up eggs allow for runny yolks that complement the gravy and beef.
- Adjust seasoning of beef patties with salt and pepper before cooking for enhanced flavor.
