TikToker asks guests not to bring pickled fish into his home
He says if anyone dares to bring pickled fish to his home for Easter, there will be trouble.
It’s Easter, and along with the flood of chocolate eggs comes the time-honoured traditions of hot cross buns and pickled fish.
While younger generations may not have fully warmed up to this classic dish, many South African families still prepare it as part of their Easter lunch.
The tradition of pairing hot cross buns with pickled fish is rooted in Cape Town’s rich culinary heritage.
As Woolworths Taste explains: "The spiced, vinegar-laced Cape Malay pickled fish is eaten at Easter to symbolise the vinegar given to Christ at the crucifixion. Another version of the history suggests that pickled fish was eaten because fishermen did not go out over the Easter weekend. However it started, it’s become a famous South African delicacy that brings together the best of sweet, tangy, spicy flavours."
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One South African comedian recently weighed in on the traditional pickled fish dish – and let’s just say, he didn’t hold back. While he acknowledged its popularity in his community, he made it clear he’s not a fan.
In a tongue-in-cheek video, he joked that if anyone brought pickled fish to his house this Easter weekend, he might have to "get physical".
Of course, we don’t condone violence, but it was clearly a playful (if dramatic) exaggeration.
And honestly, love it or hate it, pickled fish does tend to stir up some strong opinions!
Watch the video from TikTok below.
Please note that this video is not for sensitive viewers as it contains profanity.
@ridwaanking Y’all need a hiding #greenscreen #Fy #EasterTreats #Fyp #Easter #easterweekend ♬ original sound - 👑 MR KING 👑
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