Spicy Jalapeno Hummus

Ingredients

• 1 (15.5 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and liquid reserved
• 8 slices jarred jalapeno peppers, diced
• 1 tablespoon juice from jarred jalapeno peppers
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pinch paprika, or to taste (optional)

Directions

Blend garbanzo beans, jalapeno peppers, juice from jalapeno peppers, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini, and garlic in a blender or food processor until smooth; add reserved garbanzo bean liquid and blend to reach desired consistency. Add cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and paprika; blend until smooth.

Chill hummus until flavors blend, about 4 hours.