In the video, a person is seen holding a knife in their right hand and an onion in their left hand. The person then proceeds to cut the onion in half with the knife. After cutting the onion, the person peels the outer layer of the onion. The person's actions are deliberate and careful, indicating that they are experienced in using a knife. The background of the video is a green cutting board, which provides a contrast to the white onion and the silver knife. The video is shot in a well-lit environment, allowing for clear visibility of the person's actions.