5 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
1 medium-sized zucchini, about 8 ounces, split in half lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 pound thinly sliced country-style pork spare ribs or sirloin cutlets
8 to 12 dried Chinese red chilis
3 scallions cut into 1-inch segments
1 1/2 teaspoons whole sichuan peppercorns
2 tablespoons Sichuan chili bean paste
1 1/2 tablespoons Shaoxing rice wine, sherry, or vermouth
1 teaspoon soy sauce
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons sesame oil, chili oil, or a combination