In a large frying pan gently fry the shallot and red pepper in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil until tender
Add the black pepper, cumin, turmeric and chilli flakes (if using) and stir well
Then add the crunchier vegetables (brocolli and asparagus) to the pan and cook for several minutes until tender, followed by the remaining vegetables (spinach and beans)
Check and stir the vegetables regularly and remove from the heat once they are all tender
Allow the vegetables to cool and then whizz them in a blender briefly (they do not need to be puréed consistency)
In a large bowl add the vegetable mixture to all the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly
Heat the remaining olive oil in the pan until it is quite hot. Using gloves or a spoon, shape the mix into patties and lower gently into the pan cooking on both sides for approximately 6 minutes each side, until golden brown.