Loco moco
Loco moco is a traditional dish originating from Hawaii. It is a part of the local cuisine known as Hawaiian cuisine. The dish is a part of the plate lunch tradition in Hawaii and is popular in both fast food and fine dining settings.
History[edit]
The dish was reportedly created in the late 1940s at the Lincoln Grill restaurants in Hilo, Hawaii, by a group of teenagers who wanted something different from a sandwich, cheaper than a steak, and that could be eaten with a fork, not requiring a knife. The term "loco moco" is derived from the Hawaiian word "loco", which means "crazy", and "moco", which is a play on the English word "moco", meaning "mucus". This name was chosen to describe the dish's gravy-like appearance.
Ingredients and Preparation[edit]
Loco moco consists of white rice, topped with a hamburger patty, a fried egg, and brown gravy. Variations may include chili, bacon, ham, Spam, kalua pork, Portuguese sausage, teriyaki beef, teriyaki chicken, mahi-mahi, shrimp, oysters, and other meats. Loco moco is also the name of a Hawaiian-based restaurant chain that serves Hawaiian rice bowl dishes.
Cultural Significance[edit]
Loco moco has become a staple of Hawaiian cuisine and is often served at lunch and dinner. It is a comfort food and is popularly served at local fast food chains, diners, and at high-end restaurants, where it may be dressed up with gourmet ingredients. The dish is also a common offering at Hawaiian plate lunch places.
Loco Moco in Popular Culture[edit]
Loco moco has been featured in various travel and food-related television shows as a symbol of Hawaiian culinary tradition. It is also a popular dish at the annual Hawaii Food & Wine Festival.
See Also[edit]
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Loco moco[edit]
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Loco Moco at Ethel's Grill, Honolulu, Hawaii -
Loco Moco with egg and gravy -
Fish Loco Moco -
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Loco Moco with rice and egg -
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Homestyle Hawaiian Loco Moco
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