5 Scotch bonnet chillies, seeds removed
50²µ/1¾´Ç³ú fresh coriander, roughly chopped
5 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
2cm/¾in fresh root ginger, roughly chopped
1 lime, juice only
1 bunch spring onions, thinly sliced
10–12 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves only
300²µ/10½´Ç³ú plain flour, plus extra for dusting
1 tbsp ground allspice
salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp palm sugar or soft light brown sugar
½ tbsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp soy sauce
3 tbsp vegetable oil, or enough to make a smooth paste
vegetable oil, for frying
50²µ/1¾´Ç³ú butter, softened, cut into pieces
180ml/6fl oz whole milk
8 boneless chicken thighs, skin on (if possible)
splash fresh orange juice
1 tbsp dark rum