Tileman, I like to use Zatarians Southern stype coating mix for all my fish. Can't beat it no matter how you try. I have tried them all and made my own and you just can't beat Zatarians. I deep fry all my fish, never pan fry. In peanut oil, I might add at 375 degrees. From 3 to 6 minutes depending on the type of fish and how thick the fillets. Bluegills, 3 minutes. Crappie, 4-4.5 minutes. Bass, 5 minutes. Stripers, 5.5 to 6 minutes. Catfish, 5-6.5 minutes depending on thickness. Yum, yum! emoBigsmile emoGeezer