Ultimate Keto Roti John
Experience Kuala Lumpur’s iconic street food ! This low-carb marvel layers a buttery almond flour “bun” with spiced beef, herb-flecked omelette, and tangy sauce. At just 6.8g net carbs, it’s a flavor explosion that’ll transport your taste buds without derailing your macros
Yield
4 servings
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Keto Bread Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | Key Tip |
|---|---|---|
| 2 cups | Shredded Mozzarella | Low-moisture, pre-shredded |
| ¾ cup | Almond Flour | Blanched, fine texture |
| 1 tbsp | Psyllium Husk Powder | Binds dough, don’t substitute |
| 3 tbsp | Cream Cheese | Softened |
| 1 large | Egg | |
| ½ tsp | Salt & Black Pepper |
Omelette & Filling
| Quantity | Ingredient | Prep Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 tbsp | Ground Beef | *85/15 lean/fat* |
| ½ small | Onion | Finely diced |
| 1 clove | Garlic | Minced |
| ¼ tsp | Curry Powder | Madras-style for heat |
| 2 large | Eggs | Whisked |
| 2 tbsp each | Green Onion & Cilantro | Chopped |
| 2½ tbsp | Unsalted Butter | Divided |
| Garnish | Cucumber, Tomato, Lettuce | Sliced thin |
| Sauce | Mayo + Sugar-Free Ketchup | Optional but recommended |
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make Keto Buns
“Psyllium = essential structure!”
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Microwave mozzarella + cream cheese 60 secs. Stir until smooth.
- Add almond flour, psyllium, egg, salt, pepper. Knead into dough.
- Divide into 2 logs. Bake 30-40 mins until golden. Cool completely (they’ll deflate).
2. Sauté Spiced Beef
Layer flavors like a pro.
- Heat 1 tbsp coconut oil. Sauté onion until translucent (3 mins).
- Add garlic, curry powder, and 1 tsp water. Cook 2 mins.
- Brown beef. Season with salt/pepper. Set aside.
3. Build & Cook Omelette
The “bun lid” technique is genius.
- Slice cooled buns horizontally (not through). Butter cut sides.
- Whisk 2 eggs, half the beef, 1 tbsp each herbs, salt, pepper.
- Melt 1 tbsp butter in pan. Pour egg mix. Immediately press bun (buttered-side up) into eggs.
- Cook 3 mins until set. Flip. Toast bun 2 mins.
4. Assemble
- Spread mayo+ketchup on omelette side. Top with beef, cucumber, tomato, lettuce. Fold shut!
Pro Chef Secrets
- Bread Hack: Add 1 tsp nutritional yeast to dough for umami depth.
- Crispier Bun: Brush with garlic butter post-baking.
- Beef Boost: Use lamb for authentic Malaysian flair.
- Meal Prep: Bake buns ahead; store frozen. Reheat in air fryer!
Nutrition Per Serving
| Calories | Fats | Net Carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 620 | 53.3g | 6.8g | 26 |
Serving Suggestion: Pair with keto sambal or pickled chilies!