Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco
Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco layers juicy seared beef patties over steamy white rice, finished with a glossy, umami-rich gravy and a runny fried egg. The soy-Worcestershire sauce blend deepens the savory notes while a hint of cayenne adds warmth. Serve for a hearty brunch or a comforting weeknight dinner when you’re craving rich flavors and satisfying textures.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 51 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 6
- Heart Health
- 46
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 29
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Season the patties with salt, pepper, and cayenne; set aside.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together the beef stock, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, ketchup, sugar, and sesame oil; set aside.
- 3
Melt 1 teaspoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties in the hot skillet until the undersides are nicely browned, about 5 minutes. Flip the patties; add the green onions and cook until both the beef and onions are browned, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the patties and most of the green onions to a plate.
- 4
Pour the beef stock mixture into the skillet. Stir, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and keep the gravy reserved until needed.
- 5
Melt the remaining butter in another skillet over medium heat. Add the eggs and fry them side-by-side until the whites are set and the yolks are still runny.
- 6
Divide the rice between 2 serving bowls. Set the patties over the rice, spoon the gravy on top, and add the fried eggs.
- 7
Serve hot and enjoy!
- Calories 1210.87 kcal High 61%
- Protein 47.79 g Good Source 96%
- Carbohydrate 177.71 g 65%
- Total Fat 32.36 g High 41%
- Saturated Fat 13.77 g High 69%
- Trans Fat 0.06 g High --
- Cholesterol 324.25 mg High 108%
- Sodium 1112.9 mg High 48%
- Dietary Fiber 0.77 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 6.61 g --
- Added Sugars 1.07 g Low Source 2%
- Calcium 140.04 mg Moderate 11%
- Iron 8.76 mg Good Source 49%
- Potassium 250.65 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 92.49 mcg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin C 0.83 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 1.01 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sesame
About This Recipe
Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco is a Hawaiian breakfast recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Beef Stock, Cayenne Pepper, Cornstarch, and Eggs. Each serving provides about 1210.87 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco?
- It is a Hawaiian recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or dinner or lunch.
- What is Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Stock, Cayenne Pepper, Cornstarch, Eggs, Green Onion. The full list of 14 is above.
- What goes well with Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco?
- Explore these Hawaiian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1210.87 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 14 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco healthy?
- Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco has an easyChef Pro health score of 37/100. Per serving, it provides 1210.87 calories and 47.79 g of protein, or 96% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1112.9 mg (48% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 13.77 g (69% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Soy, Wheat, Gluten and Sesame, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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