Spicy Loco Moco Hamburger Patty Recipe

Spice up your plate with a bold twist to a classic favorite. A perfectly grilled burger patty, nestled on a bed of fluffy rice, crowned with a fried egg, and smothered in a spicy gravy. It's the ultimate fusion of comfort and spice! What makes it even more exciting is that you can prepare this culinary masterpiece on a griddle for that perfect sear and smoky essence. In this blog post, we'll guide you through the steps to create your very own Spicy Loco Moco on a griddle.

About the Spicy Loco Moco Recipe for the Griddle

If you're on the hunt for an easy dish that combines comfort food with a spicy kick, look no further than the Spicy Loco Moco. Originating in Hawaii, this recipe merges the rich flavors of a classic Loco Moco with the bold zest of spicy sauces, resulting in a delightful explosion of taste in every bite. Grilling the Spicy Loco Moco brings out the bold flavors and the smoky essence you crave. This recipe takes only about 45 minutes to cook once your griddle is warmed up. It's easy to make and a great combination of flavors that is sure to please your family and friends. There's 3 main steps to making Loco Moco on a griddle:

  1. Creating the Loco Moco Sauce - the sauce brings that right level of spice to this grilled dish
  2. Cooking the Hamburger Patties - a griddle's even heat distribution ensures the perfect sear in about 3-4 minutes per side
  3. Assembling the Spice Loco Moco - usually served over rice with a fried egg on top - the runny yolk makes all the difference!

You can also customize this recipe with additional toppings such as mushrooms, bacon or avocado.

Sides that Pair Well with Spicy Loco Moco

The great part about Loco Moco is that it comes in a pretty complete meal with protein from the egg and the hamburger patty plus the rice bed; however, adding a vegetable to the side is a great idea to complete this meal. Complement your Spicy Loco Moco with sides such as macaroni salad, pickled vegetables, a refreshing fruit salad, or coleslaw.

Burgers on the Flat Iron Gas Griddle

The versatile Char-Griller Flat Iron premium gas griddle is the ultimate backyard tool. Char-Griller ambassador, Tone Ramirez, used the Flat Iron griddle to make this hamburger recipe because the lineup of flat-top griddles provides utmost cooking versatility, with the ability to sear and sauté your favorite dishes. Plus, with the removable lid, keep your grill in mint condition year-round! From breakfast to burgers, this griddle will serve up an enjoyable outdoor cooking experience. Burgers sizzling on a griddle offer a mouthwatering experience like no other. The flat, hot surface of the griddle ensures even contact between the patty and the cooking surface, creating a beautifully caramelized crust that locks in juices and flavor. Explore the details of how to make this unique spicy recipe below!

Spicy Loco Moco

Serves:
2
Cook Time:
30 - 60 min
Skill:
Beginner
Method:
Griddled
Food:
Beef

Ingredients

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  • Beef Patties

  • Main

  • Gravy

Instructions

  1. 01

    Put beef broth in a large pan over medium heat.

  2.  

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Beef broth
  3. 02

    Add soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and mix.

  4.  

    Ingredients

    • 2 teaspoons Soy sauce
    • 1 teaspoon Roasted garlic paste, or substitute minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon Bear & Burton's Fireshire® sauce, or substitute your favorite regular Worcestershire sauce
  5. 03

    Once the broth starts to steam add cornstarch and mix.

  6.  

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons Corn starch
  7. 04

    Add salt, pepper and mushrooms

  8.  

    Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon Coarse black pepper
    • 8 ounces Cremini mushrooms, diced (optional)
  9. 05

    Bring to a boil and let thicken. About 2-3 minutes. Turn off heat and set aside.

  10. 06

    In a large bowl add all beef patty ingredients and mix. If using leaner ground beef you may want to add in a egg to bind mixture.

  11.  

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Australian Wagyu beef patties from @thewagyuwindow, or substitute your preferred ground beef
    • 1/2 Medium Maui or yellow onion, diced
    • 1 Serrano pepper diced, with seeds
    • 1 tablespoon Roasted garlic paste, or substitute minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon Bear & Burton's Fireshire® sauce, or substitute your favorite regular Worcestershire sauce
    • 1/2 cup Pork panko, or substitute regular panko
    • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon Coarse black pepper
  12. 07

    Form into large patties and grill over a flattop or pan.

  13. 08

    Place patty over white rice and pour gravy over

  14. 09

    Top with @osmosalt Spicy Everything Bagel

  15.  

    Ingredients

    • @osmosalt Spicy Everything Bagel, to taste
  16. 10

    Top each patty with a fried egg, fresh diced scallions, and crispy fried garlic

  17.  

    Ingredients

    • 2 Large eggs, fried, sunny-side-up or over easy
    • Freshly diced scallions, to taste
    • Crispy fried garlic, to taste