Aruk (Iraqi Vegetable Patties)

Ingredients

• 6 medium-size waxy potatoes, peeled
• 200 grams (7oz) pumpkin, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 1 zucchini
• 1 sweet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 1 bunch parsley
• 2 celery leaves
• 2 onions
• 1 heaped teaspoon turmeric
• 1 heaped teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups spelt flour
• 1 teaspoon arak
• 2 cups (500ml) vegetable oil, for frying
• Freshly fried schnitzel
• Bread rolls