1. Drain the chickpeas and reserve the liquid. Rinse.
2. In the blender bowl, pour 2 tablespoons of liquid, the chickpeas, 7 tablespoons of lemon juice, tahini, shallots, and hot sauce.
3. Blend until you obtain a smooth paste (it won't be completely smooth).
4. Add more liquid from the chickpeas if it's too thick.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and hot sauce.
6. Pour into a bowl.
7. You can make it a day in advance. Cover and refrigerate.
8. Bring to room temperature before serving.
9. Drizzle a teaspoon of olive oil on the surface and sprinkle with paprika.
10. Serve with toasted pita triangles (optional).