Authentic Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

INGREDIENTS

• 1 small whole chicken, cut into portions
• 1 large Tomato, chopped
• 3 -4 stalks scallions, chopped
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped
• 1 hot pepper, chopped (scotch bonnet)
• 1 medium carrot, chopped finely
• 1 limes or 1/4 cup lime juice
• 3 -4 sprigs fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon pimientos or 1 teaspoon allspice, cracked
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/2 tablespoon flour or 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil