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xikhokho or
tshikhokho depending on regional creole variations) infers positive traits of a tough, resilient, reliable and stubborn person. Anyone who has ever tried to prise off this starchy residue will know that considerable strength and patience are required to do so. Anyone who has ever eaten such scrapings will know that perseverance pays off because
isikhokho is a crisp, delicious delicacy.
As Chef Hope Malau (author of
Johanne 14 cookbook) puts it: “What we are talking about is that
Die Hard/last man standing kind of guy. The crust at the bottom is tough to get off the base and a bit burnt but you can count on it. In good times it is there to mop up the leftover sauces from the pots while washing the dishes in the morning. In bad, hungry times it is a scrap to eat when nothing else is on offer. Whatever the circumstances it comes through for you.” Chef Xoliswa Ndoyiya (author of