Pour the boiling water over the cornmeal. Mix and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

Whisk in buttermilk and eggs.

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.

Fold the flour and oil into the cornmeal and stir to combine.

Fry the pancakes on a preheated griddle at medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side.

Serve with honey and/or berry jam.