In the bowl of an electric mixer stir together the yeast, oil, milk and water. Add the salt and the flour gradually until a soft dough is formed.
Cover and allow the dough to rise for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size.
Portion the dough into 16 pieces and roll each piece of dough into a round ball and let dough rest while the water bath is made.
In a saucepan bring the water, sugar and baking soda to a boil.
Place 2-3 dough balls in the boiling water and boil for 30 seconds to 1 minute on each side and then remove the dough from the boiling water with a slotted spoon and place on lined baking sheet.
Using a very sharp knife or razor, slice 2-3 cuts into the top of each unbaked roll about 1/4-inch deep or so and lightly sprinkle each dough ball with coarse salt.
Bake for 20-25 minutes at 425°F until the rolls are deep golden brown.
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