Making soba noodle bowls with tofu and peanut sauce is straightforward. Follow these steps for a delicious meal:

1. Cook Soba Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add soba noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually about 5-7 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.

2. Prepare Tofu: While the noodles cook, press the tofu to drain excess moisture. Cut it into even cubes for cooking.

3. Sauté Tofu: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add cubed tofu and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

4. Cook Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.

5. Prepare Peanut Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of warm water to reach desired consistency.

6. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked soba noodles and sautéed tofu back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the peanut sauce over the mixture and toss everything to coat evenly.

7. Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

8. Serve: Remove from heat and transfer noodle bowls to serving dishes. Garnish with green onions, crushed peanuts, and cilantro if desired.