 Potato pancake, potato pancakes, latkes, derineer boxties are shallow fried pancakes of grated or ground potato, flour and egg, often flavored with grated garlic or onion and seasoning. They may be topped with a variety of condiments, ranging from the savory such as sour cream or cottage cheese to the sweet such as apple sauce or sugar or they may be served plain. The dish is sometimes made from mashed potatoes to make pancake shaped croquettes.