00:00You know why water spinach is harvested at night?
00:02Around 2 or 3 in the morning, workers squat in flooded fields,
00:06headlamps strapped to their hats, breaking off the stems one by one with their fingers.
00:11It might look strange, but this work earns them millions of dollars.
00:15The reason they harvest so late at night is to keep the water spinach as fresh as possible.
00:20During the day, the sun gets strong and the temperature rises.
00:23The leaves wilt and lose moisture, which affects the taste.
00:27But in the early morning, it's cool and humid.
00:30So the vegetables stay crisp and full of water.
00:32And since the market demands super fresh water spinach,
00:35the earlier it's picked and sent out, the better it sells.
00:39Fresh water spinach has smooth, flat leaves that are deep green and naturally glossy.
00:44The stems snap easily.
00:46The fibers are soft yet springy.
00:48And the leaves feel silky in your mouth, contrasting with the crispness of the stems,
00:53creating a layered, satisfying texture.
00:55It's crunchy and tender at the same time.
00:58Just a quick stir fry or a mix with garlic brings out its signature fragrance and sweetness.
01:04Light, refreshing, and super flavorful.
01:06It's one of the most loved seasonal veggies in summer.
01:09And that perfect crunch?
01:11It's all thanks to the quiet hard work of those farmers harvesting in the dark.
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