Created by dienia b on February 19, 2025
Step 1: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, fry bacon until crisp, about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Remove bacon and all but 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
Step 3: Cook the diced onion and minced garlic in the bacon grease until onions are translucent, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 4: Season lightly.
Step 5: Add the fish sauce to taste, stir, and cook for another minute until the onions start to brown.
Step 6: Add the green chili .
Step 7: Add the broth.
Step 8: Add the squash cubes and beans.
Step 9: Stir, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until vegetables are soft.
Step 10: Add coconut milk.
Step 11: Cook until thickened and squash soft but not mushy.
Step 12: Add half of the crisp bacon and stir.
Step 13: Adjust seasoning and serve topped with the remaining bacon.