Prepare the fish: Pat your fillets completely dry with paper towels.
Season the flour: Combine flour, salt, and pepper on a large plate or shallow dish.
Heat your pan: Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to a depth of about ¼ inch.
Coat the fish: Dredge each fillet in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
Fry to perfection: Carefully place the fillets in the oil, cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until deeply golden, then flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
Drain: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle immediately with a touch more salt while hot.
