In a bowl, season ground pork with chicken stock powder, sugar, salt & ground pepper. Combine well. Set aside.
In a wok, heat oil over medium-high heat.
Add garlic and shallots. Saute until fragrant.
Add ground pork mixture and cook for 5 minutes. Make sure to break up the pork.
Add chicken stock and bring to a boil.
Add fish sauce and tofu. Lower heat to medium and continue to cook for 10 minutes.
Add garlic chives and mix well in soup. Turn off heat.
Serve and enjoy the soup!
Inspired by Vicky Pham