In the video, a person is seen holding a knife and an onion. The person uses the knife to peel the outer layer of the onion. After peeling, the person proceeds to cut the onion into smaller pieces. The person's hands are visible, and they appear to be in a kitchen setting. The knife used is a standard kitchen knife with a green handle. The onion is white and appears to be a medium-sized onion. The person's movements are deliberate and careful as they peel and cut the onion.