noun
flour dumplings in soup; suiton
A traditional Japanese soup dish with soft wheat-flour dumplings, often with vegetables.
寒い日には、温かいすいとんが食べたくなる。
On cold days, I crave a warm bowl of suiton.
The name 水団 (すいとん) literally means 'water dumpling', referring to the simple wheat-flour dumplings cooked in water or broth. The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it is a traditional home-style dish.