Step 1

Cook rice in a medium saucepan of boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain.

Step 2

Combine milk, cream, sugar, vanilla and rice in the saucepan. Bring to the boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes or until rice is tender.

Step 3

Make rhubarb and strawberry compote: Meanwhile, combine rhubarb, sugar and 1/4 cup cold water in a small saucepan. Bring to the boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until mixture is pulpy. Remove from heat. Stir in strawberries.

Step 4

Stir chocolate into rice mixture. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Stir in egg yolks. Spoon rice pudding into serving bowls. Spoon over compote. Serve.