Loco Moco

1. 1
   boil · ~18 min

   Cook the rice.

   1.Rinse 2 cups white rice under cold water until water runs clear.

   2.Add rice, 4 cups water, and a pinch of salt to a rice cooker or pot.

   3.Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 15-18 minutes until tender.

   4.Remove from heat and keep covered until ready to assemble.

   TIPKeep the rice warm and covered while you prepare everything else. Sticky short-grain rice is traditional.
2. 2
   prep · ~5 min

   Form the burger patties.

   1.Divide 600g ground beef into 4 equal portions (150g each).

   2.Gently shape each portion into an oval patty, about 0.75 inch thick.

   3.Press a slight indent in the center of each patty to prevent puffing.

   4.Season both sides with a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper.

   TIPHandle the meat as little as possible. Overworking makes tough patties.
3. 3
   fry · ~9 min

   Sear the patties.

   1.Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

   2.Place patties in the skillet and cook 4-5 minutes on the first side until a dark brown crust forms.

   3.Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes for medium doneness.

   4.Transfer patties to a plate and tent loosely with foil to rest.

   TIPDo not press down on the patties while cooking. Leave that beautiful crust undisturbed.
4. 4
   saute · ~6 min

   Build the gravy base.

   1.Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbsp butter to the same skillet with the beef drippings.

   2.Add the diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

   3.Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

   4.Sprinkle 3 tbsp flour over the onion mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook the flour.

   TIPScrape up the browned bits from the patties with a wooden spoon. That fond is pure flavor.
5. 5
   simmer · ~7 min

   Finish the gravy.

   1.Slowly pour in 2 cups water while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.

   2.Add 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce.

   3.Add a pinch of salt and stir well.

   4.Simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.

   TIPIf the gravy gets too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time. It should be pourable.
6. 6
   fry · ~4 min

   Fry the eggs sunny-side-up.

   1.Heat 1 tsp oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat.

   2.Crack 4 eggs gently into the pan, spacing them apart.

   3.Cook until the whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny, about 3-4 minutes.

   4.Remove from heat. The yolks should still jiggle.

   TIPLow and slow is the secret to perfect sunny-side-up eggs with runny yolks and tender whites.
7. 7
   assemble · ~3 min

   Assemble the Loco Moco bowls.

   1.Scoop a generous cup of steamed rice into each of 4 wide bowls.

   2.Place one hamburger patty on top of the rice in each bowl.

   3.Ladle warm gravy generously over the patty and rice.

   4.Slide a sunny-side-up egg right on top of the gravy-covered patty.

   5.Sprinkle sliced green onions over everything.

   TIPServe immediately while the egg yolk is still runny. Breaking the yolk creates a rich, creamy sauce that ties the whole dish together.
8. 8
   serve

   Serve and break the yolk!

   Bring the bowls to the table hot. Encourage everyone to cut into the egg and let the golden yolk cascade over the patty, gravy, and rice before digging in.

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