Yes, you CAN put pineapple in your sausage. Chef Jed welcomes Master Meat Crafter Ben Gehring of Gehring's Meat Market to crank out some ridiculously easy and delicious pineapple teriyaki bratwurst. While fresh pineapple contains a protein-digesting enzyme called bromelain, it is possible to get hunks of the tropical fruit in your meat block without affecting the texture.