Spatlo (also spelled sphatlo, spathlo and sphatlho) is a South African street food popular in all provinces of South Africa, especially Gauteng. It is also known as a kota or "skhambane".
The spatlo is made from a hollowed out quarter loaf of
Spaza shops sell popular street food, including spatlo. Spaza shops are the backbone of township economy.
Spaza shops that sell this popular street food normally set minimum prices at R 15 ranging to over R 120 depending on the size and ingredients. Consumers are largely scholars and low income individuals, because it is the cheapest alternative to hamburgers. This meal is usually available in every area across the country, rarely not so. Sphatlo is considered a staple junk food in South Africa which goes well with a soft drink, usually a cola.
