Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; make a ‘well’ in the center of the flour mixture. Pour milk, egg, and 1 tablespoon oil into the well. Mix until well moistened.

Place a griddle over medium-high heat; sprinkle a few drops of water onto the griddle. If the droplets bounce, the griddle is ready; add 2 teaspoons oil.

Spoon batter onto the griddle; cook until bubbles form and the edges are dry, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 3 to 5 more minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.