Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks, before draining off any excess grease.
Add the lemongrass, shallot or onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, turmeric, and the chili pepper. Mix well and cook for 3 minutes.
Add the lime, fish sauce, and sugar, mix well, taste and adjust the seasoning to taste.
Mix in the cilantro, mint, and basil. Serve over rice, noodles, in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, quesadillas, tacos, etc.
