In a bowl mix dry ingredients. Add warm water and stir. Let sit while oil heats up.
Add oil into a skillet on stovetop and heat until hot. Add milk and egg into the batter and mix. Adjust liquid if you want it thinner, should be a thick pancake batter consistency.
Use a measuring cup to scoop up 1/4 of a cup of batter and pour into hot oil, brown for about 2 minutes on each side. Remove and set on a few paper towels to absorb oil and enjoy topped with maple syrup or honey.