Yogurt-Marinated Chicken with Potatoes and Saffron

This is one of many outstanding curries from Mauritius, an island about 700 miles [1,125 km] east of Madagascar, whose dishes are a dynamic creole fusion of Indian, African, French, and Chinese cultures and flavors. Instead of citrus or vinegar, this dish uses yogurt as the foundation for the marinade. It’s a balance of bright ginger, mint, and cilantro; warm garam masala and cinnamon; and floral saffron, all smothering rich chicken thighs and fried potatoes. As with most curries, it’s incr