The video shows a close-up of a black pan on a stove. Inside the pan, there are several spices, including cinnamon sticks and star anise. The spices are being stirred with a wooden spoon by a person's hand. The hand is visible in the frame, and the spoon is used to mix the spices together. The spices are being cooked, as indicated by the movement of the spoon and the steam rising from the pan. The video provides a clear view of the spices and the cooking process.