- Rinse rice in a colander under cool water. Transfer to a large pot and cover with 5 cups of water. Stir in ginger and garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir rice to keep it from sticking to the bottom of pot.
- Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 1-1 ½ hours. The congee is ready when it resembles porridge and the rice breaks down. Stir occasionally. If congee starts to thicken too much, add an extra cup of water.
- Ladle congee into bowls and top with a drizzle of soy sauce, soft boiled eggs, crispy onions, green onion and cracked pepper.