Combine 4 scallions, 11/4 cups soy sauce, water, salt, star anise, ginger and sherry in pot; bring to boil. Add ribs; simmer until tender, about 90 minutes. Drain; discard liquid. Set ribs aside.
Combine remaining 3/4 cup soy sauce, hoisin, sugar, lemon juice and vinegar in mixing bowl; whisk until smooth.
Toss ribs with sauce and ginger matchsticks. Place on cooking sheet; bake at 450°s; F for 5 minutes. Stir; bake an additional 5 minutes. Thinly slice remaining scallions; combine with lemon zest as garnish.
Makes: 4