Big Island Style Loco Moco
Dive into the flavors of Hawaii with this Big Island Style Loco Moco, a comforting Hawaiian classic perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This hearty dish features juicy, seasoned hamburger patties served atop fluffy white rice, drenched in a rich, savory brown gravy made from scratch, and crowned with a perfectly fried egg. The silky yolk blends seamlessly into the umami-packed gravy, creating an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this loco moco recipe is a celebration of bold island flavors that’s easy to recreate at home. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the ultimate fusion of comfort food and tropical flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 tbsp Cooking oil
- 2 tbsp Green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix well and form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the pan with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Melt the butter, then sprinkle in the flour. Stir constantly to form a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Slowly whisk in the beef broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add the soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Let the gravy come to a gentle boil, then simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
In another skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the skillet and fry them to your desired doneness (sunny-side up is traditional).
To assemble, place 1 cup of steamed white rice on a plate. Lay a hamburger patty on top of the rice, then generously spoon the brown gravy over the patty. Top with a fried egg.
Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.3 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 1680 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.3 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 463 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
