Loco Moco Recipe

Loco Moco is a comforting Hawaiian classic made with fluffy rice, a juicy beef patty, rich gravy, and a perfectly cooked egg on top. It is hearty, savoury, and deeply satisfying with layers of texture from soft rice to silky sauce. This is an easy, fuss-free dish that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare at home. You can have it ready in around 40 minutes, making it ideal for a filling lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

For the Rice Base

• 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably short grain)
• 1 tbsp butter
• Pinch of salt

For the Beef Patties

• 500g minced beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp oil, for frying

For the Gravy

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp plain flour
• 500ml beef stock
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Topping

• 4 eggs
• 1 tbsp oil or butter
• Spring onions, sliced (optional)

How to Make Loco Moco Recipe

• Prepare the base: Cook the rice according to package instructions. Stir in butter and a pinch of salt, then keep warm while you prepare the rest of the dish.
• Mix the patties: In a large bowl, combine minced beef, onion, garlic, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined, then shape into 4 equal patties.
• Cook the patties: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
• Make the gravy: In the same pan, melt butter and stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute, then gradually whisk in beef stock. Add soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce, simmer until thickened, and season to taste.
• Cook the eggs: In a separate pan, fry the eggs to your liking, preferably sunny-side up so the yolk stays runny.
• Assemble the dish: Divide rice into bowls, place a beef patty on top, spoon over generous gravy, and finish with a fried egg. Garnish with spring onions if desired.

Tips

How do I keep the patties juicy?

Avoid overmixing the beef and do not press the patties too firmly while cooking, as this can make them dense.

Can I make the gravy smoother?

Whisk continuously when adding stock to prevent lumps and cook gently until silky and thick.

What type of rice works best?

Short grain or medium grain rice gives the best soft and slightly sticky texture for this dish.

How do I get the perfect egg?

Cook on low heat and cover the pan briefly to set the whites while keeping the yolk runny.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with a side of sautéed vegetables
• Add a dash of hot sauce for extra flavour
• Pair with a light cucumber salad
• Enjoy with iced tea or fresh lemonade

Storage

Room Temperature

Best enjoyed fresh. Do not leave out for more than 2 hours.

Refrigerator

Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Freezing

Beef patties and gravy can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat thoroughly.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 26g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Sodium: 780mg

These values are approximate and may vary depending on ingredients used.

FAQs

Loco Moco Recipe

Recipe by Milli RoseCourse: Main CourseCuisine: HawaiianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

A hearty Hawaiian dish featuring fluffy rice, juicy beef patties, rich gravy, and a perfectly fried egg on top. Comfort food at its best.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked white rice

• 1 tbsp butter

• 500g minced beef

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• Salt and pepper

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp plain flour

• 500ml beef stock

• 4 eggs

• 1 tbsp oil

• Spring onions

• Extra soy sauce to taste

Directions

• Cook rice and keep warm.
• Mix beef with onion, garlic, sauces, and seasoning.
• Shape into patties and fry until cooked through.
• Make gravy using butter, flour, and beef stock.
• Fry eggs until yolks are still runny.
• Assemble rice, patty, gravy, and egg together.

Notes

• Use freshly cooked rice for best texture.
• Adjust gravy thickness to your preference.
• Serve immediately for best flavour.