In a small microwave safe bowl, melt shortening in microwave in 30 second intervals until completely melted. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs & sugar. Add the milk and stir.
Mix in flour, salt, baking soda & baking powder. Pour in melted shortening. Beat until well combined.
Heat griddle to medium heat. Grease griddle with small pat of butter. Using a ¼ cup measure, drop batter onto griddle to form pancake.
Cook 1 ½- 2 minutes until bubbles form over all of the pancake. Flip over and cook another minute or two until golden brown. Repeat until all the batter is used.
