Loco Moco (Nut-Free)

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cooked White Rice
• 1.5 lbs Ground Beef
• 4 large Egg
• 2 cups Beef Broth
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1/4 cup Water
• 1/2 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. 1In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat (190°C / 375°F). Add the 1/2 medium onion, chopped, and the 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the onion is softened and translucent.
2. 2Pour in the 2 cups of beef broth, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it gently bubble.
3. 3In a small bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/4 cup of water until smooth, creating a slurry. Slowly pour this slurry into the simmering broth while stirring constantly. Continue to stir and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
4. 4Season the gravy with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Stir well, then cover the saucepan and keep the gravy warm over very low heat.
5. 5In a separate bowl, combine the 1.5 lbs of ground beef with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form each portion into a patty, about 3/4-inch thick.
6. 6Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat (204°C / 400°F). Once hot, carefully place the 4 hamburger patties in the skillet. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and they are browned and cooked through.
7. 7While the patties are cooking, heat a separate non-stick skillet over medium heat (190°C / 375°F) with a little extra vegetable oil if needed. Crack the 4 large eggs into the skillet and fry them to your preference, ensuring the yolks are still runny or cooked through as desired.
8. 8To assemble, place 1 cup of cooked white rice into each of the 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl with one cooked hamburger patty, then carefully place one fried egg on top of the patty. Generously ladle the warm gravy over the egg and patty. Serve immediately.

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