1-First Step: Preparation and Mise en Place Before you turn on the stove, prepare all your ingredients. Chop your vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Slice the green onions, cube the avocado, and have your garlic and ginger prepped. If your shrimp is frozen, thaw it completely and pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This step is crucial because wet shrimp will steam instead of sear. Make sure your rice is cooked and warmed if it was made ahead. Whisk together the spicy mayo in a small bowl, setting it aside for serving. Having everything ready will make the cooking process smooth and stress-free.

2-Second Step: Sautéing the Vegetables Heat half of the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the harder vegetables first, such as broccoli and carrots, as they take longer to cook. Sauté them for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Then, add the softer vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, and zucchini. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. You want the veggies to be tender-crisp, not mushy. Add a splash of water or soy sauce if the pan gets too dry. Once cooked, remove the vegetables from the pan and set them aside in a bowl.

3-Third Step: Cooking the Shrimp In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Increase the heat to high. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan, or the shrimp will release water and boil. Let them sear for about 2 minutes on one side until they turn pink and opaque. Flip them and add the minced garlic and ginger to the pan. Cook for another 1-2 minutes. Pour in the soy sauce and a squeeze of lime juice. Toss everything together so the shrimp are coated in the savory mixture. The shrimp should curl slightly and be pink all the way through. Be careful not to overcook them, or they will become rubbery.

4-Fourth Step: Assembling the Bowls It is time to build your bowls. Start with a base of rice at the bottom of your serving bowl. You can use white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice depending on your preference. Spoon a generous amount of the sautéed vegetables over the rice. Arrange the cooked shrimp on top of the veggies. This is the fun part where you can get creative with toppings. Add slices of fresh avocado, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and add the sliced green onions.

5-Final Step: Finishing Touches and Serving Drizzle the zesty spicy mayo over the top of the bowl. You can add as much or as little as you like depending on your spice tolerance. If you like crunch, top the bowl with chopped peanuts. Serve the bowls immediately with a wedge of lime on the side for squeezing over the fresh ingredients. The contrast of the hot, savory shrimp and the cool, creamy sauce is what makes this dish special. Enjoy your creation!