Chicken Wings with Curry-Yogurt Glaze

1 1/3 cups plain yogurt
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 large garlic cloves, crushed
4 teaspoons ground cumin
4 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
2 pounds chicken wings
cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)

Combine first 7 ingredients in a large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside 1/2 cup marinade, turning to coat well. Cover with plastic, refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

Preheat oven to 350°F. Transfer chicken to baking sheet. Season with salt. Bake until tender and crusty, turning and basting with reserved marinade, about 1 hour.

Makes 4 servings.