Rayong:Grilled salmon belly has transformed from a personal recipe into a successful business venture. The skewers, sold for 35 baht each or 3 for 100 baht, generate several thousand baht per day after deducting ingredient costs.
According to Thai News Agency, the business, named Salmon Belly by Kopter, is located at Ozone Market, Pleinjai 5 in Rayong Province. It is gaining popularity due to its unique offering compared to other grilled dishes. The crispy skin and tender, fatty salmon belly meat, which is notably free of any fishy smell, are complemented by the owner's unique seafood dipping sauce. This blend of flavors has made it a favorite among grilled food enthusiasts in the area.
Golf, the owner, began the business with the intention of enjoying grilled salmon belly, as he was accustomed to seeing it only fried. After experimenting with various methods over time, Golf started selling the grilled delicacy to earn extra income at tourist spots and night markets.
In addition to salmon belly, the stall also offers grilled glass shrimp, which has proven equally popular. They sell 500-600 skewers a day, with earnings reaching several thousand baht daily after costs. The business operates four days a week—Thursday through Sunday—allowing time to rest and prepare ingredients on the remaining days.