1. Prepare Your Ingredients:
– Cube the silken tofu into 2cm x 2cm pieces, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and set aside in a colander.
– Finely chop garlic, onion, and dice fresh tomatoes.
– In a separate bowl, mix ground pork with salt, white pepper, and fish sauce.

2. Create the Base:
– Heat a pot with two tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and onions until fragrant and translucent.
– Add diced tomatoes or tomato paste and cook until they soften and form a cohesive base.

3. Simmer the Broth:
– Pour in chicken or pork stock, stirring to combine. Bring the broth to a gentle boil.
– Season the broth with fish sauce, a pinch of sugar, and white pepper for balance.

4. Add the Pork and Tofu:
– Drop small spoonfuls of seasoned ground pork into the simmering broth. Gently break apart the meat if necessary. Cook until no longer pink (5-7 minutes).
– Carefully add cubed tofu into the soup and stir lightly to incorporate without breaking the tofu.

5. Final Touches:
– Allow the soup to simmer on low heat for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors together.
– Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or garlic chives immediately before serving for brightness.

6. Serve and Enjoy:
– Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or enjoy on its own as a wholesome meal.