Wash the eggs thoroughly.
Add water to a pot and boil the eggs for 10 minutes.
Place the boiled eggs in cold water to cool, then peel the shells.
Add soy sauce, water, sugar, minced garlic, and pepper to a pot and bring to a boil.
Place the peeled eggs into the sauce mixture.
Simmer over medium-low heat for 10 minutes so the eggs absorb the seasoning.
Once the eggs are well seasoned, remove from heat and plate.