Name: Ultimate Hawaiian Loco Moco Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 2 cups white medium grain rice; 2 cups water; 2 cups beef stock; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon shoyu (soy sauce); 1 teaspoon beef bouillon paste; 1 tablespoon heavy cream; 2 pounds ground beef; 1 egg; ¼ cup onion, diced; ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; Salt and pepper, to taste; 6 large eggs; Cooking oil of choice; Salt and pepper, to taste

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Introduction

The Ultimate Hawaiian Loco Moco is a hearty and comforting dish featuring a juicy beef patty served over rice, smothered in rich brown gravy, and topped with a perfectly cooked fried egg. This classic island favorite is easy to prepare and satisfying for any meal.

A white plate holds a layered dish starting with a bed of white rice at the bottom. On top of the rice is a thick, brown cooked beef patty covered in a rich, glossy brown gravy that slightly spills over the edges onto the rice. Crowning the beef patty is a bright, sunny yellow fried egg with a glossy yolk and white edges that are slightly crispy. The egg is sprinkled with small, finely chopped green chives. The plate sits on a gray cloth over a white marbled surface, with blurred bowls of green herbs and brown sauce in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups white medium grain rice
2 cups water
2 cups beef stock
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon shoyu (soy sauce)
1 teaspoon beef bouillon paste
1 tablespoon heavy cream
2 pounds ground beef
1 egg
¼ cup onion, diced
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 large eggs
Cooking oil of choice

Instructions

Step 1: Rinse the rice under cool water until the water runs clear. Add the rice and 2 cups of water to a rice cooker and cook until done.
Step 2: In a pot, whisk together the beef stock, cornstarch, onion powder, shoyu, and beef bouillon paste. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream.
Step 3: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, diced onion, panko breadcrumbs, ketchup, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form the mixture into evenly sized burger patties.
Step 4: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the burger patties until browned and fully cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Step 5: In the same or another pan, heat a small amount of cooking oil. Crack the eggs into the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the whites are set with browned edges. Flip gently and cook for a minute more for over-easy eggs.
Step 6: To assemble, place a scoop of rice on each plate. Top with a cooked burger patty, spoon the brown gravy over it, and crown with a fried egg. Serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use short grain rice for a stickier texture more like traditional Hawaiian rice.
Substitute beef stock with mushroom broth for a vegetarian twist on the gravy.
Add garlic powder or fresh minced garlic to the burger mix for extra flavor.
Serve with steamed vegetables or a side salad to balance the richness.
For crispier eggs, cook over medium heat without flipping for sunny-side up style.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the rice and patties gently in the microwave or skillet, and warm the gravy separately before assembling again. Fried eggs are best served fresh but can be reheated carefully if needed.

How to Serve

The dish shows a stack of three main layers on a white plate set on a white marbled surface with a folded gray cloth underneath. The bottom layer is a mound of fluffy white rice with visible grains. On top of the rice sits a thick, dark brown beef patty that looks juicy and charred on the edges. The patty is generously covered with glossy brown gravy that drips down the sides. The top layer is a sunny-side-up egg with a bright yellow yolk and white edges. Small pieces of green chopped chives are sprinkled on the egg and gravy, adding a fresh touch. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen ground beef for the patties?

Yes, but be sure to thaw it completely and drain any excess liquid before mixing with the other ingredients to avoid soggy patties.

What if I don’t have a rice cooker?

You can cook the rice on the stovetop by combining rice and water in a pot, bringing it to a boil, then reducing heat to low and covering until the water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.