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Hawaiian loco moco

Hawaiian loco moco is a dish made of rice, a ground beef patty, brown gravy, and a fried egg, for 4 people, in 40 minutes, at a very easy skill level, for about €2.80 per serving. The trick is keeping the egg yolk runny so it mixes into the gravy and ties the whole plate together.

Hawaii is calling tonight. Loco moco is rice, a beef patty, brown gravy, and a fried egg. A pure comfort food plate.

Hawaiian loco moco
Total time
40 min
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€2.80
Calories per person
560 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
The kids
They generally like it

Loco moco is the idea of one plate that brings together everything you crave. Warm rice forms the base, the beef patty adds heartiness, brown gravy coats it generously, and the fried egg sitting on top ties it all together the moment you break the yolk. The result is rich and comforting, with a savory depth from the soy sauce that keeps things interesting without any fuss.

This is the kind of dish to make on a weeknight when everyone's hungry and you want a full meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Kids love breaking the yolk and mixing it into the rice, and adults appreciate how generous and no fuss the plate feels. Mon Chou suggests it for nights when you want something real, not complicated.

The ingredients

4 people

Butcher

  • Ground beef 500 g

Pantry

  • Riceoften in the pantry 300 g
  • Flouroften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Beef brothoften in the pantry 40 cl
  • Soy sauceoften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Dairy

  • Eggs 4
  • Butter 40 g

Fruits and vegetables

  • Onions 2
  • Chives 1 bunch

Allergens Gluten, Lactose, Eggs, Soy

The step by step recipe

  1. Cook the rice in a large pot of salted water, then drain it. 11 min

    Rinse it before cooking so the grains stay separate.

  2. Mix the ground beef with salt and pepper, shape into 4 large flat patties, and brown them in a pan with the oil. 10 min

    Press a dent into the center of each patty with your thumb, it won't puff up as it cooks.

  3. In a saucepan, cook the sliced onions in the butter, sprinkle in the flour, and stir for a minute. 8 min

    The flour should turn slightly golden so the gravy ends up brown.

  4. Pour in the broth little by little while whisking, add the soy sauce, and let it thicken over low heat. 8 min

    Whisk continuously as you add the liquid to avoid lumps.

  5. Fry the eggs, then build each plate with rice, a patty, gravy, and an egg. 4 min

    Finish with the chives, they add a bit of freshness.

Our tips to get it right

  • Shape the patties flat and not too thick, they'll cook faster and stay juicy inside.
  • Make the gravy while the rice cooks so everything comes together at the same time without going cold.
  • If the gravy thickens too fast, loosen it with a splash of water or broth to keep a smooth, pourable texture.

The variations

  • Swap the ground beef for ground pork for a milder flavor.
  • For a vegetarian version, use plant based patties and vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
  • For a faster version, use leftover cooked rice and skip straight to cooking the patties and gravy.

What to serve it with

  • A crunchy cabbage slaw
  • Steamed sautéed vegetables
  • Unsweetened iced tea

Storage

Store the components separately in sealed containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. The patties and gravy freeze well for up to 2 months, but it's best to cook the rice and egg fresh when serving. Reheat the meat and gravy gently on the stove or in the microwave before assembling the plate.

Questions about this dish

Can you make loco moco ahead of time?

You can make the gravy and cook the patties ahead, then reheat them gently at mealtime. Cook the rice and fry the egg right before serving to keep the best texture.

What can you use instead of ground beef?

Ground pork or a beef and pork mix both work well and give a milder flavor. Avoid very lean meat, a bit of fat keeps the patties moist.

How do you keep the gravy from getting lumpy?

Pour in the broth little by little, whisking constantly as soon as it hits the flour. If lumps form, keep whisking over low heat, they'll smooth out eventually.

Is loco moco good for kids?

Yes, it's a simple, familiar plate for kids, especially with the rice and fried egg. You can cut back slightly on the soy sauce if you want a milder flavor for them.

How long does it take to make a Hawaiian loco moco?

Count 40 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “very easy”.

How many calories are in a Hawaiian loco moco?

About 560 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a Hawaiian loco moco cost?

About €2.80 per serving, or €11.20 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, lactose, eggs, soy. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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