Chinese Rice Porridge

Name: Chinese Rice Porridge
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain white rice (jasmine or short-grain can also be used); 8 cups water or chicken broth (for more flavour); 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste); 2 slices fresh ginger; Optional 200g shredded chicken, pork, or beef (cooked); Optional toppings soy sauce, sliced scallions, pickled vegetables, century egg, sesame oil, fried shallots