In a large soup pot, add all the ingredients except for the lime juice, peanuts and cilantro. The noodles won't be all the way submerged, and that's okay. Cover the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
Then, stir to combine and push the noodles down a bit. Reduce to a simmer and allow to cook over medium-low for about 10-15 minutes. Be sure to stir it every few minutes.
After this time, the noodles should be al dente. Uncover and allow to cook for another few minutes, stirring occasionally, until there's only about ½ inch of sauce on the bottom (or however much sauce you prefer). Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
Serve hot and garnished with a liberal amount of crushed peanuts and chopped cilantro.
