Roti John

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Recipe overview

5 minutes | 10 minutes | 15 minutes

Roti John is a popular Malaysian omelette sandwich made with minced beef, eggs, and onion, cooked directly onto a baguette.

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Serves:
Beef
Malaysian
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Ingredients

  • 0.25 lb - Minced Beef
  • 1 medium - Onion
  • 3 larges - Eggs
  • 1 tablespoon - Chili Paste
  • 0.5 large - Baguette
  • 0.5 teaspoon - Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon - Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon - Vegetable Oil
  • Mayonnaise
  • Sambal Chili Sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the 0.25 lb of raw minced beef, 1 finely chopped medium onion, 3 large eggs, 1 tablespoon of chili paste, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

  2. Heat the Pan: Place a large non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Allow it to heat for about 1 minute until it shimmers.

  3. Cook the First Side: Pour the entire prepared egg and beef mixture onto the hot pan. Spread it evenly to form a rectangle that is roughly the size of your baguette half. Immediately place the baguette half, which should be cut lengthwise and open-faced, directly on top of the mixture. Gently press down on the baguette so the bread adheres to the mixture.

  4. Press and Cook: Continue to gently press down on the baguette with a spatula for 2 minutes. Cook for a total of 2-3 minutes, or until the egg mixture is mostly set and lightly browned on the bottom.

  5. Flip and Crisp: Carefully use a large spatula (or two spatulas) to flip the baguette and cooked egg mixture over. The bread side should now be facing down on the pan. Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes. Press down lightly on the bread to achieve a golden, crispy texture.

  6. Serve: Remove the Roti John from the pan. If desired, spread mayonnaise, sambal chili sauce, or both on the cooked sandwich. Cut the Roti John into 4 small, individual portions. Serve immediately while warm.