Hinga (Shrimp and Squash Soup)

Yield:	6 Servings
Categories:

2	lg	Onions. sliced
2	ts	Ngapi (shrimp paste), optional
2	tb	Sesame oil
2	c	Sliced white squash ( I use butternut or zucchini)
1/2	lb	Shrimps, peeled, deveined, and minced
4		Garlic cloves, mashed
3	c	Water
8		Peppercorns, crushed
		Salt