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Put flour in a bowl, and add 1 1/4 cups boiling water, stirring with a fork until dough holds together.
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Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth.
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Cover with plastic, and set aside for 30 minutes.
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Divide dough into 12 pieces, shape into balls, and cover with plastic.
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Working with 1 ball at a time, roll dough out onto a lightly floured surface into a 5'' round.
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Brush with a thin film of shortening.
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Sprinkle with a little sesame oil, some scallions, and salt and pepper.
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Roll dough into a cylinder, coil it into a circle, and tuck end underneath.
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Roll into a 5'' round.
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Repeat process with remaining dough.
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Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a medium skillet.
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Fry cakes, one at a time, until blistered and golden, about 2 minutes per side.
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Add more vegetable oil as needed.
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Drain on paper towels.
