Saw the "mushy trout" thread and it reminded me of a question I had. The last 2 times I've cooked barred surf perch the meat has been mushy. I've cooked them a lot and it's always turned out good, except for the last couple times. I tried cooking it longer than usual... still mushy. Tried frying it.. still mushy. Is it maybe how I'm storing them? After I catch them they're in an ice chest for about an hour before I fillet them, but I usually just fill it with sea water and not ice. could that be the problem? or is it how i'm cooking it?