Five-Spice Oriental Beef Short Ribs

1/2 cup green onions, thinly sliced1 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup sesame oil 1/8 teaspoon Szechwan peppercorns, freshly ground1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds2 tablespoons minced garlic2 1/2 tablespoons packed brown sugar1 1/2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated 1/2 teaspoon ground ancho chile spice or other chile powder4 pounds beef short ribsCombine green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, peppercorns, sesame seeds, garlic, sugar, ginger and chile seasoning in large mixing bowl. Place ribs in bowl, cover to coat and marinate in refrigerator from 4 hours to overnight, turning occasionally. Remove ribs from bowl; discard marinade.Broil 10-12 minutes or until done to your taste. Place ribs on serving platter, spooning pan juices over ribs.Serves five.Chef's suggestion: Serve with rosemary-roasted Yukon gold potatoes and sautéed baby zucchini.Chef/owner Paul Barthel, Peppercorns, Carol Stream