roti king: classic and modern malaysian street food

’As a fan since its earliest days, it’s a joy to see the spirit of Roti King and Sugen’s wonderful cooking captured so vividly. The taste and fragrance of his dishes shimmer from every page.’ - Marina O’Loughlin

’Roti King isn’t just about food; it’s about heritage, love, and the power of bringing people together through flavor. Every plate tells a story, and with each bite, you’re tasting a piece of history.’ - Big Zuu

In this epic celebration of Malaysian cuisine, Roti King serves up the long-awaited recipes for some of their most popular menu dishes, alongside the food that has shaped their journey from a roadside café in Buntong, Ipoh, to a cult London restaurant.

Inspired by Malaysia’s vibrant street-food culture and the home-cooked classics of his childhood, Sugen Gopal shares recipes for Roti King favorites, such as delicious Dal, Nasi Lemak with Fried Chicken, and of course, the flaky, legendary Roti Canai, as well as rice and noodle-heavy heroes.

Venture to the heart of Malaysia’s food scene, with photography from the country’s night markets and hawker stalls and recipes for everything from ridiculously good rendangs to showstopping sambals. Cook your way through these iconic dishes at home and discover the secrets, flavors and vibrancy of Malaysian food and its neighboring influences. You’ll find yourself coming back to Roti King again and again.

Sugen Gopal was born and raised in Ipoh, Malaysia, where in the family restaurant, his parents showcased their love of authentic Malaysian cuisine. Inspired by the food of his childhood, Sugen moved to London to open the first Roti King, serving a simple menu of Malaysian classics. For almost a decade, the restaurant has served its iconic Roti Canai at affordable prices to foodies in the know and since then, Roti King has launched multiple sites and market stalls across the city. Often listed as the ＂best roti in London＂, you’ll find it featured in the Guardian, Evening Standard, Independent, Eater, Time Out, delicious. and more.