Mandarin Pancakes

Adopted recipe 09/06

In a mixing bowl put the flour , and gradually stir in the water , mixing to make a thin batter.

When cool enough to handle , work the dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth.

Place the dough in a bowl , cover with a dish towel and let rest for 30 minutes.

Place the sesame oil in a small bowl.

Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll out to 1 / 4-inch thickness.

Cut into rounds with a 3-inch cutter.

With your fingers , daub a small amount of oil on top of 1 round.

Place another round on top and press together.

Roll the 2 rounds together to form a circle about 6 or 7-inches in diameter.

Cover with a damp kitchen cloth until ready to cook , and repeat with the remaining dough.

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Cook 1 pancake at a time until barely golden and dry on both sides , turning once , about 1 minute.

Remove from the pan , and when cool enough to handle , carefully separate the 2 pancakes.

Wrap in foil until ready to use , or refr.

all-purpose flour, boiling water, sesame oil