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Roti john

Traditional dish from Singapore

Must Try Street Food

About Roti john

Malay traditional sandwich, popular in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore

Roti John is an omelette sandwich that is a popular street food dish in Southeast Asia. It originated in Singapore in the 1960s and consists of a bread loaf, similar to a French baguette, halved and cooked on a griddle with beaten egg and onions combined with a protein such as minced lamb, sardines or chicken.

Dietary Information

✓ Popular street food
✓ Must-try when visiting Singapore
Traditional Singapore cuisine

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