Roti John (Malaysian Griddled Omelette Sandwich)

Prep Time

17m

Cook Time

30m

Total Time

47m

This Malaysian-style Roti John is a griddled omelette sandwich that can be customized with your choice of lettuce and tomatoes or cabbage and carrot slaw. It's made with a flavorful filling of ground beef or chicken, onions, eggs, and spices, all served in a toasted hot dog bun.

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Servings: 4 servings

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Topping Option 1: Lettuces and Tomatoes

1 small head butterhead lettuce (8 ounces; 226g)

2 medium tomatoes (8 ounces; 226g), sliced 1/2-inch thick

4 tablespoons Malaysian-style chile sauce, such as Maggi (see notes)

Topping Option 2: Cabbage and Carrot Slaw

1 small head green cabbage (1 1/2 pounds; 700g), quartered, cored, and shredded

1 medium carrot (3 ounces; 85g), peeled

1/2 cup granulated sugar (3 1/2 ounces; 100g)

1/4 cup (12g) Diamond Crystal kosher salt

5 tablespoons (75ml) mayonnaise

3 tablespoons (45ml) apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon (7g) freshly ground black pepper4 tablespoons Malaysian-style chile sauce, such as Maggi (optional)

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon (75ml) neutral oil such as vegetable or canola, divided

1 medium red onion (8 ounces; 226g), peeled and diced (about 3/4 cup)

8 ounces (226g) ground beef or chicken

1 tablespoon curry powder (see notes)

2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt, divided, plus more as needed; for table salt use half as much by volume

2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions, white and green parts

2 tablespoons Chinese celery leaves, chopped (optional)

2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened

4 split hot dog buns

Roti John (Malaysian Griddled Omelette Sandwich)

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Roti John (Malaysian Griddled Omelette Sandwich)

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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