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The 'Bacon King (with added bacon)' is a fast-food burger, most famously associated with Burger King, that features multiple flame-grilled beef patties layered with an abundance of bacon, cheese, mayonnaise, and ketchup on a sesame seed bun. It is a signature item from the American fast-food chain Burger King, designed as an indulgent, meat-centric option.
This dish is extremely high in fat, particularly saturated fat and sodium, and provides a very high amount of protein from the beef and bacon. A single serving can easily exceed 1,000 calories, making it a very energy-dense meal with minimal fiber or micronutrients.
The 'Bacon King' is a cultural symbol of American fast-food excess, often marketed with a focus on bold, savory flavors and sheer size. Nutritionally, it highlights how a single meal can surpass the recommended daily intake for sodium and saturated fat, illustrating the concept of 'hyper-palatable' foods engineered for intense taste satisfaction.