Easy Tofu Pudding (Tào Phớ/Douhua)

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1. 1Step 1: Place the gelatin sheets in a bowl of cold water and soak to hydrate for 10 minutes.
2. 2Step 2: Add 1 5/6 cups of soy milk to a small pot and place over medium-low to medium heat. Bring it to a very gentle simmer when steams start coming out and tiny bubbles form on the surface.
3. 3Step 3: Remove gelatin sheets from water and gently squeeze to remove excess water. Add them to the pot of soy milk and stir to dissolve completely.
4. 4Step 4: Remove the pot from the heat and pour over a sieve into a clean container. If there are any bubbles on the surface, remove them for a smooth surface. Let the milk mixture cool down, then cover and let it set in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours.
5. 5Step 5: Add all the sugar and water to a small pot over medium heat. Bring it to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. 6Step 6: Add ginger slices and simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the syrup reaches your desired sweetness and consistency. You can adjust to taste with more or less sugar and ginger.
7. 7Step 7: Transfer to a container, let it cool then cover and chill in the refrigerator.
8. 8Step 8: To serve the pudding with ginger syrup: use a ladle to cut the pudding into thin curds and place them in serving bowls, then pour the cold ginger syrup over it.
9. 9Step 9: To serve the pudding with soy milk: use a ladle to cut the pudding into thin curds and place them in serving bowls, then pour cold soy milk over it.