Toasted baguette hugs a beef-and-egg omelet with onion and chili, finished with a thin swipe of mayonnaise.
Pressing the bread onto the egg mixture is what makes roti john hold together: the omelet cooks directly against the cut face, then the whole sandwich flips to crisp the crust. Browning the beef first keeps the final pan stage quick and even.
Use a soft baguette that will lie flat in the skillet when opened. A thin, even layer of filling sets more reliably than a thick mound and gives every bite some toasted bread.
Method
Split the baguette lengthwise, leaving a hinge, and press it open. Heat half the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the ground beef and onion for , breaking up the meat, until the onion softens and the beef reaches 160°F. Stir in the chili, salt and black pepper, then transfer to a bowl and cool briefly.
Mix the beaten eggs into the beef. Heat the remaining oil over medium-low heat and spread the mixture in the skillet in the shape of the opened baguette. Press the bread cut-side down onto it.
Cook for until the egg underneath is golden and mostly set. Turn the bread and attached omelet over with a wide spatula; cook for until the crust is toasted and the egg is fully set.
Spread mayonnaise over the omelet, close the baguette and cut into two portions. Serve while the bread is crisp.
Forkue tips
- Cut the baguette into two shorter sandwiches before cooking if it will not lie flat in your skillet.
Storing and reheating
Best eaten immediately. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and reheat in a covered skillet over low heat, uncovering at the end to crisp the bread.
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Roti John: FAQ
Can I use ground chicken?
Yes, cook it with the onion until it reaches 165°F before adding the eggs. Break it into small pieces so it spreads evenly under the bread.
Why did the egg fall off the bread?
The bread may not have touched the wet egg firmly enough. Press it down as soon as the filling enters the pan, then wait for the egg to set before flipping.
How do I store and reheat Roti John?
Best eaten immediately. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and reheat in a covered skillet over low heat, uncovering at the end to crisp the bread.
How long does Roti John take?
About 25 min in total: 10 min prep and 15 min cooking.
What do I need to make Roti John?
The key ingredients are ground beef, onion, eggs, red chili, baguette and mayonnaise, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Roti John?
Cut the baguette into two shorter sandwiches before cooking if it will not lie flat in your skillet.
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