8–10 whole bird’s-eye chillies
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tbsp finely grated fresh root ginger
2 onions, finely chopped
1 spring onion, finely sliced, to garnish
freshly steamed rice, to serve
2–3 tbsp dark soy sauce
4 tbsp vegetable oil
2–3 tbsp white vinegar
8 chicken thighs, boneless and skin removed, cut into chunks