Almond Tofu: a white jello with a nutty taste

 
Almond tofu. The easiest Chinese-y dessert you can make in a jiffy. Grab a box from the local Asian store (or grocery aisle), and follow the directions. The instant mix results in an opaque, almond-flavored jello. Almond tofu is a misnomer because there are no soybeans involved in the recipe. Also, apricot kernels (a.k.a. southern Chinese almonds) are used for the flavor. It packs an intense earthy kick, so I recommend combining it with fruit cocktail to balance out the taste.