Ingredients

  • 1 tsp thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
  • 2 clove garlic,crushed
  • 2 spring onions( scallions) chopped
  • 1 tbsp cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 tsp lime zest
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 salt and black pepper
  • 12 chicken thighs or drumsicks

Method

  • Put marinade ingredients in mortar, grind to a paste.
  • You can mash in a bowl with a fork or pulse in a small liquidiser..
  • Place chicken in a bowl,pour marinade over and stir to coat evenly.
  • For extra taste you can cut slits into chicken.
  • Cover with clingfilm.
  • Place in fridge, Marinade for at least 4 hours, overnight is better
  • Place on baking tray and cook in pre-heated oven ,150 c, for 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally ,until chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve with rice and peas and festivals.
  • You can cook these on the barbecue or under the grill, either way turn occasionally and ensure chicken is cooked through.
  • For special occasions you can add dark rum in place of vinegar.