Heat vegetable oil on medium high in a pot. Add garlic and dried shrimp. Sauté until fragrant (10-20 seconds).
Bring the pot to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook for 10 minutes. Occasionally skim off any foam that floats to the top if needed.
Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add salt, stock powder, sugar and MSG.
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with ground black pepper.
