Jamaican Fried Snapper

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (1 1/2 pound) whole red snapper, cleaned and scaled
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 white onion, sliced
• 1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 large carrot, peeled and cut into thin strips
• 1 sprig fresh thyme, leaves stripped
• 1 allspice berry, cracked
• 1/4 habanero pepper, seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon water
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 pinch brown sugar