Osso Buco with Asian Flavors

Name: Osso Buco with Asian Flavors
Ingredients: 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Four 1-pound pieces of veal shank; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh ginger, plus 2 tablespoons finely slivered; 20 cilantro sprigs with roots, plus cilantro leaves for garnish; 4 star anise pods; 2 tablespoons Szechwan peppercorns; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 3 cups water; 1 cup dry sherry; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 2 large scallions, thinly sliced