In the video, a person is seen peeling a sweet potato on a wooden cutting board. The person uses a knife to remove the skin of the sweet potato, revealing the bright orange flesh underneath. The cutting board is made of light brown wood with visible grain patterns. The knife used for peeling is black with a sharp edge. The person's hand is visible, and they are wearing a silver ring on their ring finger. The sweet potato is medium-sized and has a rough, brown skin. The peeling process is done carefully and efficiently, with the person removing the skin in long, continuous strips.