In northern China, where the climate is cool, wheat-based staples such as pancakes, noodles, and steamed buns replace rice. Moo Shu is typical: It is a stir-fried dish made with pork, green onions, mushrooms, and scrambled eggs, all rolled into small, thin pancakes.

Try the following technique with our recipe for Moo Shu Pork With Mandarin Pancakes.

Step 1. Shape dough into a 1-1/2-inch-thick log. Divide dough into 16 portions. Roll each into a 6-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.

Step 2. Brush eight of the pancakes with oil; top each with a plain pancake, gently pressing them together.

Step 3. Place 1 pancake stack in a heated nonstick skillet. Cook 1 minute on each side or until slightly puffed.