Step 1

In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, pepper, egg, and 2 tablespoons of water.

Step 2

Add the remaining ingredients, except the oil. If needed, add more water, one tablespoon at a time. Batter should resemble and very thick pancake batter.

Step 3

Heat a skillet over medium heat with a very thin layer of oil. You are shallow frying, not deep frying.

Step 4

Drop 1-tablespoon sized spoonfuls into the pan and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining batter, adding oil as necessary.

Step 5

Drain on paper towel.

Step 6

Serve warm with your favorite Asian dipping sauce.