Mutton is older sheep. In Australia theres a saying "mutton done upas lamb", this is when an older lady is dressed in clothing that is more appopriate for the younger ladies.
it depends how old it is. If it's a baby sheep it's called Lamb, if it's a fully-grown sheep it's called Mutton. Lamb is usually more popular because the meat is younger and fresher.
Meat from a sheep older than one year is referred to as mutton. Mutton has a stronger flavor and can be tougher compared to lamb meat from younger sheep. It is commonly used in stews and slow-cooked dishes to tenderize the meat.
Mutton or lamb depending on the age of the sheep when it was slaughtered.
mutton or lamb, depending on the age of the sheep when it was slaughtered. well tell me come on spit it out.
shahanaz Lamb - in an adult sheep it is called mutton.
There is no distinction in product names for sheep based upon gender. Meat from a young sheep or lamb is called "lamb" or "spring lamb". Meat from an older sheep, male or female, is called "mutton".
If it is sold as "lamb" it must be lamb. Mature sheep meat is called mutton
lamb meat is called lamb, sheep meat is called mutton (Mutt-On)
Meat from baby sheep is called "lamb." Mature sheep meat is known as "mutton." Meat from a calf is called "veal." Meat from baby sheep is called "lamb." Mature sheep meat is known as "mutton." Meat from a calf is called "veal."
The flesh of a sheep is called mutton or lamb depending on the age of the sheep when it is slaughtered, younger being lamb.
Mutton is word used to describe an old sheep (or the meat from an old sheep). A lamb is a young sheep. Therefore, you will never find mutton on a lamb.
Young lamb meat is called "lamb." Older lamb or sheep meat is called "mutton."