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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
Chef John's Hawaiian Loco Moco
  1. 1

    Season the patties with salt, pepper, and cayenne; set aside.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, whisk together the beef stock, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, cornstarch, ketchup, sugar, and sesame oil; set aside.

  3. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7

    Serve hot and enjoy!

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 1167.37 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 1167.37 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.

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