Aloha Loco Moco Love

Loco moco is a Hawaiian dish that is typically made with rice, a hamburger patty, and a fried egg, and is often topped with brown gravy. Our version of loco moco is a bit different, but it is just as delicious. We use ground beef instead of a hamburger patty, and we add diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the gravy. The result is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal.

Loco moco is a Hawaiian dish that is said to have been created in the early 1940s by a man named Richard Inouye. Inouye was a short-order cook at a restaurant in Hilo, Hawaii, and he would often make loco moco for his friends and family. The dish quickly became popular, and it is now a staple of Hawaiian cuisine. The name "loco moco" is a combination of the Hawaiian words "loco" (meaning "crazy") and "moco" (meaning "mess"). This is likely a reference to the dish's hearty and somewhat messy appearance. However, despite its name, loco moco is a delicious and satisfying dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. Our version of loco moco is a bit different from the traditional Hawaiian dish. We use ground beef instead of a hamburger patty, and we add diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the gravy. These additions give our loco moco a more flavorful and complex flavor profile. We also serve our loco moco with a fried egg on top. This is a traditional Hawaiian topping, and it adds a richness and creaminess to the dish. If you are not a fan of fried eggs, you can omit them from the recipe.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off the excess grease.
2. Add the onion, green pepper, and red pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
4. Serve the loco moco over rice with a fried egg on top.
5. Enjoy!

Why It Works

• Using ground beef instead of a hamburger patty makes the dish more flavorful and juicy.
• Adding diced tomatoes, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the gravy adds a pop of color and flavor.
• Serving the loco moco with a fried egg on top adds a richness and creaminess to the dish.