Scallion and Olive Pancakes - California Ripe Olives

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons black vinegar or (balsamic vinegar)
• 1 tablespoon brine from green olive can
• 1 teaspoon minced ginger
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 cups flour
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup boiling water
• 10 medium California green and black ripe olives, sliced
• 4 green onions, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced cilantro
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1/4 cup cooking oil
• Additional sliced olives for garnish